Executive Operations Lead

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 by providing expertise in systems engineering, acquisition programmatic support, financial management, and program execution to drive mission success.

SPA has an immediate need for a Program Analyst - Executive Operations Lead.

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. Salary transparency pay range for the Washington DC area: $140K-175K

The Program Analyst will serve as an Executive Operations Lead in a high-impact role, overseeing executive operations and execution efforts for the Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) in support of the new Nuclear, Sea-Launched Cruise Missile (SLCM-N) program. Working directly with the Chief of Staff, the candidate will drive program strategy, foster team cohesion, and ensure operational excellence. This role involves developing and advising on program policies, procedures, and directives, establishing goals, and overseeing their execution. Responsibilities include mentoring and training analysts, managing cross-functional directives, spearheading policy development, and ensuring effective collaboration among stakeholders to build a unified approach to achieving objectives.

Additional duties include supporting hiring processes, prioritizing recruitment goals, and ensuring alignment across the SLCM-N program branches. The candidate will also coordinate the preparation of programmatic artifacts, such as policy documents, white papers, presentations, and reports, while analyzing data to provide actionable recommendations to leadership. Through a combination of leadership, strategic advisory, and operational oversight, the ideal candidate will leverage expertise in process optimization, strategic communication, and stakeholder engagement to foster a culture of efficiency and innovation, directly influencing the success of this mission-critical program.

This position is located at the Washington Navy Yard in DC.

Required Qualifications:

Active DoD Security clearance (SECRET or TOP SECRET)
• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Management) or equivalent professional experience
• 12+ years proven experience in program management, talent operations, or executive-level support, ideally within a military or government environment
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to create and present complex ideas clearly
• Experience with federal hiring processes, compliance requirements, and tools such as Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) or similar systems

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven ability to lead and mentor teams and managing cross-functional initiatives
• Experience developing and briefing senior leaders including SES's and Flag Officers