International Operations Specialist
Arlington, VA 
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Job Description
International Operations Specialist
Job Locations US-VA-Arlington
ID 2024-18452 Category Policy Analysis Security Clearance Requirement Secret Type Regular Full-Time Level Mid-level
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 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 Acquisition and Technology Analysis Group within JOID specializes in the application of multi-disciplinary analytic skills to support multiple clients within the Department of Defense (DoD). These clients include the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)), Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S)), DARPA, the Joint Staff, and USINDOPACOM. SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively. Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future.

SPA has a near-term need for an International Operations Specialist to provide onsite support in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

The candidate will facilitate the development and implementation of Project Agreements/Arrangements (PA) and other IAs, in support of DARPA programs for government-to-government collaboration. Prepare all IA documentation to include: monitor, identify, and analyze international developments, public policy issues and trends, and impact on strategy. Analyze local and regional developments and create reports and communications. Engage in regional and international governance dialogues. Analyze, coordinate, and support visits of foreign delegations. Develop and maintain an international document database. Support the coordination, management, content development, and execution of international outreach event series.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

    Bachelor's degree in relevant field

  • 4 years of experience supporting international agreements or entities

  • Knowledge of relevant International Armaments Cooperation (IAC)

  • Active Secret clearance

Desired Qualifications:

  • Prior DARPA experience performing front office management functions
  • Bachelor's Degree in International Affairs/Relations



MCR, LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
4+ years
Required Security Clearance
Secret
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