Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is a well-established and progressive defense contracting company in the DC Metro area. We are a professional services firm established in 1972 that has a long-standing reputation for unrivaled technical and analytical support to some of the top decision makers in the Federal Sector. We do state-of-the-art work and have a cadre of outstanding professionals on our team. SPA assists the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) in developing leading edge technologies to counter weapons of mass destruction (WMD) in support of Combatant Commands (CCMDs) and transitioning these technologies to services and Special Operations Command (SOCOM). SPA provides expertise across the full range of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and high-yield explosives (CBRNE) WMD. SPA provides expertise with Counter Improvised Threat and Countering Threat Network technologies to support understanding, detection, identification, characterization, denial, control, disabling, defeating, disposing, safeguarding the force, managing consequences, and test and evaluation (T&E) in support of military and civilian operations. Responsibilities Provides support to DTRA Nuclear Technologies (NT) Department with emphasis on nuclear detection (NTD). NTD's mission is to research, develop, evaluate, and transition capabilities to enable the Joint Force to detect, deter, monitor, characterize, and track nuclear threats to operate decisively in conflict, competition and crisis scenarios. Incumbent serves as a technical/scientific resource on nuclear detection projects with primary focus on, but not limited to, ionizing radiation detection capabilities. Analyzes problems and applies theoretical techniques to develop solutions associated with detection of radiation/nuclear hazards and threats. Works on advanced, complex technical projects and concepts associated with the integration of radiation detection capabilities within DOD concepts (i.e., Integrated Early Warning, Joint All Domain Command and Control, Conventional Nuclear Integration, Integrated Sensor Architecture, etc.). Assists in the analysis of T&E plans, completed reports, comparative analysis of systems, and provides recommendations based on system performance and reporting. This may also include assistance in the development of radiation test standards or test approaches. Provides technical and operational recommendations based on written performing contractor reports and in-person demonstrations. Provides technical documentation and presentations to explain the approach, associated assumptions and conclusions of scientific investigations related to nuclear/radiation detection capabilities. 10-25% travel required. Qualifications Qualifications: * Master's degree in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, or related field. 3-5 years related experience in an engineering or scientific function, including research. * Proven success in engineering programs or projects. * Must be able to work independently and complete tasking with minimum guidance and supervision. * Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills. * Must be able to brief senior government officials, Flag and General Officers and Senior Executives. * Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and use of Teams. * TS clearance or ability to receive a TS clearance; SCI eligible. Preferred Qualifications: * TS/SCI Clearance. * PhD in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Material Science, or related scientific field. 8-10 years related experience in an engineering or scientific function, including research. * Working knowledge of ionizing radiation, detection R&D, and current battlefield equipment, and/or understanding of T&E and acquisition. * Project Management Experience.