Project Financial Mgmt. & Technical Advisor

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. 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 (STAG), part of SPA'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 Project Financial Management & Technical Advisor.

Seeking a Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) contractor to provide financial management and project execution support to a fast-paced DoW Research & Development (R&D) office. The successful candidate will support the Project Manager in overseeing strategy and financial execution across a portfolio of projects. This role emphasizes budget planning, funds execution tracking, Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) informed analysis, and integration of financial planning with project schedules and execution activities. The ideal candidate brings strong DoW financial management experience, understanding of appropriations, and the ability to translate financial and programmatic data into actionable insights to support leadership investment decisions and project delivery.

• Portfolio Financial & Project Execution Management
  • Support financial execution across a portfolio of projects.
  • Track budget execution, obligations, and expenditures across multiple funding lines.
  • Monitor financial performance and identify risks impacting project delivery.
  • Align funding with project schedules, milestones, and execution priorities.
  • Maintain financial and execution trackers.
• Budget Planning & PPBE Support
  • Support PPBE-informed planning, funding strategies, and portfolio trade-off analysis.
  • Assist with budget build activities, spend plans, and funds phasing.
  • Ensure funding profiles align with project schedules and execution plans.
  • Provide appropriations-aware guidance for compliant funds execution.
• Financial Analysis & Decision Support
  • Develop executive briefings and financial decision-support materials.
  • Analyze burn rates, execution trends, and portfolio performance.
  • Provide recommendations to optimize funding allocation and improve execution.
  • Support financial inputs for project reviews and leadership engagements.
• Project Coordination & Reporting
  • Coordinate with project teams, contracting, and financial stakeholders on funding actions.
  • Track alignment between project execution and available resources.
  • Support milestone tracking and identify funding-related risks.
  • Prepare recurring financial and execution status updates.

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years supporting DoW financial management, budgeting, or program portfolio execution
• Experience tracking funds execution across multiple projects or funding lines
• Familiarity with PPBE process and DoW appropriations (RDT&E, O&M, Procurement, etc.)
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including executive briefing development
• Ability to report to designated work location in Chantilly, VA, in a secure SCIF/SAPF space, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supporting DoW R&D or rapid prototyping programs
• Experience supporting portfolio-level financial planning and trade-off analysis
• DAWIA/Back-to-Basics certification in Program Management or Business/Financial Management
• Experience integrating financial planning with program schedules and execution tracking
• Experience working in fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environments