Operations Manager

Systems Planning and Analysis

10h•$130,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

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. Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The AUKUS, Submarines, and Industrial Base Group (ASIG), within the Sea, Land, Air Division, provides timely, objective, analytic assessments that integrate technical, operational, programmatic, policy and business analysis to NAVSEA Team Submarine program offices and key stakeholders surrounding submarine platform construction. Team Submarine unifies submarine platform procurement activities, which includes the Columbia-class SSBN program (a Major Defense Acquisition Program and the Navy’s top acquisition priority), the Virginia-class SSN program and the new SSN-X program (developing the next generation attack submarine), to bring improved capabilities to our undersea forces. Analysts and Engineers supporting Team Submarine will continue SPA’s decades of support to the SSBN force, as well as supporting oversight of cutting-edge attack submarine construction, assisting in developing the design requirements for the SSN platform of the future, and helping plan and execute new and innovative strategies to strengthen the critical submarine shipbuilding industrial base. These are high-profile, major acquisition and manufacturing programs of significant importance to the future capabilities of the US Navy in an era of renewed strategic competition. #MC In this role, the Program Analyst will serve as the Strategy and Solutions Operations Manager, supporting the NAVSEA AUKUS program within Team Submarine responsible for the integrated support to the Australian Nuclear-Powered Submarine initiative. This role supports the Strategy and Solutions Director to assist with daily running of the office. Daily responsibilities include, but not limited to overseeing tasker execution, correspondence & awards coordination, scheduling and coordinating new hire orientation, and attending meetings in the Directors absence. Additionally, this role will also oversee contractor project support elements to include data migration and the development and maintenance of various power applications, SharePoint development and maintenance, SOPs, and any additional admin support efforts. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This position is located onsite with the client at Washington Navy Yard. At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain 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. DC Pay Transparency Range: $130k-$160k.

Requirements

8+ years’ experience (preferably in a government office, either as civilian, contractor, or military)
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in handling organizational elements such as taskers, correspondence, scheduling, and coordination
Experience with knowledge management and tools such as SharePoint or data migration platforms
Experience providing administrative support, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) development, travel arrangements, and awards coordination
Current DoD SECRET clearance and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Operations, or a related field is desirable
Experience working with Department of War or Navy systems, processes, and culture
Previous experience with NAVSEA, Team Submarine, or similar programs and knowledgeable of Navy requirements and program office organizations and processes
Advanced knowledge in SharePoint development, data migration, and project management tools
Understanding power applications and associated processes
Experience operating in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Overseeing tasker execution
Correspondence & awards coordination
Scheduling and coordinating new hire orientation
Attending meetings in the Directors absence
Overseeing contractor project support elements to include data migration and the development and maintenance of various power applications
SharePoint development and maintenance
SOPs
Additional admin support efforts