SME Earned Value Management Operations Research Analyst - Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.

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 Space and Intelligence Division provides engineering services and analytic support to the Air Force, Space Force, Combatant Commands, the Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes systems engineering and integration, test planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging, high priority National Defense needs, and assessing and developing cutting-edge technologies and capabilities to meet those needs.

The Space Systems Group, part of SPA's Space and Intelligence Division, provides timely and objective assessments and recommendations integrating technical, operational, programmatic, policy, and business analysis. We focus on our key clients in the Space community including the US Space Force’s Space Systems Command (USSF/SSC), one of the three designated Field Commands under USSF. We work tirelessly to provide integrated solutions based on information and communications throughout the chain of command. We provide clear and consistent analysis and recommendations which are aligned to strategic and leadership goals while balancing the ability to execute on time and on budget within the technical communities.

SPA has a need for a Subject Matter Expert (SME) Earned Value Management Operations Research Analyst to support SSC at Los Angeles AFB in El Segundo, CA. This position is full-time onsite.

Key duties for the SME Earned Value Management Operations Research Analyst include:

• Provide the Government with the ability to develop, maintain, and update implementation guides, and standardized processes, and assist the Government in developing, updating SSC policies/instructions IAW latest regulations (FAR/DFARs) and directives in area of EVMS.
• Analyze and document Program Contractor official EVM and other applicable technical data reports for compliance with the applicable EVMS directives and guidance (e.g. DIDs, Standards, policies, regulations).
• Analyze and document Program Contractor cost, schedule, and risk analysis including Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB) variances, trends, EVM metrics to perform performance and predictability analysis.   
• Analyze, identify discrepancies, document the findings, recommend correction action(s), and advise the Government.                                                                                                  

Required Qualifications:

• Active Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as Management, Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, Statistics
• 12-15 years of demonstrated experience in Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Knowledge performing analytics and processes associated with Over Target Baseline (OTB) and Over Target Schedule (OTS) activities
• Experience participating at Integrated Baseline Review (IBR) assessments by assisting in verifying and validating the Program Contractor’s baseline (PMB), identifying risks and analyzing risk mitigation plans, analyzing the resources loaded into the technical baseline
• Train/teach Government PMs and IPT members practical implementation of EVM and scheduling concepts; mentoring and training to develop Government personnel abilities to use EVM as a proactive, forward-looking program management tool to integrate the cost, schedule, and technical performance of a program, and link these elements to the program's risk management process

Desired Qualifications: 

• Masters degree
• Published academic papers or similar within Industry professional organizations (e.g. ICEAA, AACEI, PMI, etc.)
• SSC experience a big plus

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.  California Pay Transparency Range:  160k - 200k