Wargaming & Operations Analyst

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 professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense. Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.

The Strategic Technology Analysis Group, part of System Planning and Analysis Inc.'s Space and Intelligence Division, offers sophisticated capabilities (people, process & tools) to resolve unique problems in space, cyber, and special operations in support to military services, Secretary of Defense offices (OSD) and theater warfighters. Our portfolio includes the Assistant Secretary of Air Force for Space Acquisition & Integration (SAF/SQ), Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC), Space Security and Defense Program (SSDP), National Space Defense Center (NSDC), Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC), Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO), US Space Command (USSPACECOM) and US Space Force (USSF). Come be a part of a high-speed low-drag organization providing unique and tailored solutions for our National Defense!

SPA has an immediate need for a Space Wargaming and Operations Analyst.

We are seeking a highly qualified Wargaming and Space Operations Analyst to support Space Force operational planning, wargaming, experimentation, and strategic analysis. The successful candidate will provide critical expertise in the design, development, and execution of wargaming data collection and analysis plans (DCAP) that address complex space operations challenges in support of national defense objectives.

Key duties associated with this role include but are not limited to the following:

• Spearhead the analysis of Space Force future concepts through wargaming and simulation to inform future force design, concept evaluation and capability development.
• Lead analysis of analytical, experiential, and educational space-focused wargames for the Space Force and joint/coalition partners.
• Develop the data collection and analysis plan (DCAP) for wargames.
• Lead Final Report development utilizing data captured from the execution of the DCAP in wargames and present findings to customer(s) and Sponsor.
• Engage with Space Force organizations on current and future tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPS) and capabilities to determine data analysis requirements on the Space Order of Battle for wargame execution.
• Analyze wargame scenarios integrating multiple space weapon systems to evaluate warfighting concepts, force postures, and strategic deterrence options.
• Provide expert input on space campaign planning, targeting, and operational risk assessment.
• Collaborate across the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), and allied partners to ensure wargaming efforts align with current and future space strategies, doctrine, and concepts.
• Provide expert analysis aimed at evaluating new operational concepts, identifying vulnerabilities, and exploring innovative solutions to operational challenges.
• Mentor and train space professionals in wargaming analysis methodologies and operational art.

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's Degree
• 10 years collective experience in space operations, wargaming, operational planning, or operational analysis
• Direct experience designing, planning, executing, and analyzing military wargames or large-scale exercises
• Experience applying military planning processes (MDMP, JPP, or equivalent) in operational or wargaming environments
• Experience developing analytical frameworks, data collection plans, and assessment methodologies
• Strong operational experience in space mission areas such as orbital warfare, space electronic warfare, satellite command and control, or missile warning
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to brief analytical findings and recommendations to senior military and civilian leaders
• Ability to report to designated work location at Patrick Space Force Base, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Space Studies, National Security, Military Operations Analysis, Data Analysis, or related field
• Previous experience participating or supporting multiple Space Force (Schriever Wargame), other Military Branches (Global Engagement, Navy Global), or Joint Staff (Globally Integrated Wargame) data analysis during wargames
• Experience with modeling and simulation tools supporting wargaming analysis