Contract Specialist

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE), among others. Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

SPA's Strategic Division's Strategic Development Group (SDG) supports critical U.S. government programs providing Systems Engineering support, Systems Safety support and Financial Analysis support. SDG is hiring now for a Contract Specialist at the Maritime Plaza, Washington, DC.

Contract Acquisitions Specialist - Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), SLCM-N

The Contract Acquisitions Specialist will support the Navy's SSP Sea-Launched Cruise Missile-Nuclear (SLCM-N) program by providing on-site contractor support for contract proposal development, contract modifications, execution, and general program office support activities. The specialist will work closely with the government contracts team, technical leads, and program management staff to help develop acquisition strategies, support contract documentation preparation, and ensure timely and compliant contract execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with the development and coordination of acquisition documentation (e.g., Statements of Work, Independent Government Cost Estimates, Justifications and Approvals, Determinations and Findings).

• Support the drafting, review, and submission of procurement packages and contract modifications.

• Track contract actions and provide status updates to leadership.

• Collaborate with technical leads, financial analysts, and program managers to ensure alignment across functional areas.

• Interface with contracting officers and other government stakeholders to facilitate timely and accurate contract execution.

• Contribute to program meetings and briefings by providing acquisition updates and recommendations.

• Support compliance with relevant DoD acquisition regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and Navy-specific policies.

Work Location:
This is an on-site position at Maritime Plaza in Washington, DC. Candidates must be able to work effectively in a rapidly growing and high-tempo program office environment.

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain the top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC Pay Transparency Range: $100,000 - 160,000.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizen with DoD Secret or Top Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or another equivalent field
• Strong understanding of federal acquisition lifecycle and related documentation
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Government Finance and Acquisitions or equivalent experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Navy or DoD acquisition systems (e.g., Navy ERP, ETMS2, PIEE, SPS/PD2) is a plus
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Desired Qualifications:

• DAWIA contracting (professional) certification
• CFCM/CCCM/CPCM certification
• Experience supporting Navy SSP, other Navy program offices, or DoD acquisition program