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Senior Engineer

SPA

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Public Trust
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
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Engineering - Systems
Alexandria, VA (On-Site/Office)

Overview

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 Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division (JOID) provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

The Critical Infrastructure Group (CIG) within JOID provides technical, programmatic and analytical support to customers with missions in national security to include the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Group brings technical and operational expertise in fields of countering weapons of mass destruction, critical infrastructure protection, emergency response, nuclear non-proliferation, weapons deployment programs, and transportation safety. In addition to management and advisory services, CIG staff collaborate closely with our clients to provide high-quality modeling, simulation, software, and analytical products to meet the most demanding government standards and timelines.

We have a near-term need for a Senior Engineer to provide support to the FAA Tower Simulation System (TSS) program office. This is a remote position.

Responsibilities

The candidate will provide support and leadership within the TSS program for both the current implementation and as they proceed through the acquisition process to a 2 nd phase funding decision. The candidate will apply their expertise in TSS to assist with the ongoing implementation/Tech Refresh at the initial set of airports. Some travel is involved. The candidate will provide reviews of various acquisition artifacts to ensure a successful decision.

Qualifications

Required:
  • U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and retain a Suitability clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline
  • 30+ years of FAA experience
  • Expert knowledge of the Tower Simulation System--including implementation
  • Strong knowledge of the Acquisition Management System (AMS) at the FAA

Desired:
  • Master's degree in a relevant field
  • Direct experience working with FAA Tower personnel on the TSS
  • Air Traffic Control experience
group id: RTX14090f
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Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) provides objective & high-caliber work in national defense & homeland security programs. Our reputation is based on more than three decades of excellence confronting asymmetric threats against the security of the United States, conducting circumspect analysis, & creating long-range strategies. SPA is a privately-held company. Over 450 SPA employees blend professional skills & experience with initiative to provide clients with creative & relevant work.
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