Overview

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 Space Systems Group (SSG), part of SPA's Space and Intelligence Division, provides timely and objective assessments and recommendations integrating technical, operational, programmatic, policy and business analysis. We focus on our key clients in the Space community including the US Space Force's Space Systems Command (USSF/SSC), one of the three designated Field Commands under USSF. We work tirelessly to provide integrated solutions based on information and communications throughout the chain of command. We provide clear and consistent analysis and recommendations which are aligned to strategic and leadership goals while balancing the ability to execute on time and on budget within the technical communities. Come join an organization responsible for being a key enabler of Spacepower!

SPA has an immediate need for a Senior Military Personnel Support Specialist.

Responsibilities

The Senior Military Personnel Support Specialist (MILPERS) provides military personnel administration and executive support to U.S. Space Force and national security space organizations.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the folllowing:

Military Personnel Administration

• Provide senior-level military personnel support for officer and enlisted personnel actions.
• Process and track evaluations, awards, decorations, fitness reports, assignment actions, and personnel record updates.
• Support in-processing, out-processing, PCS coordination, readiness tracking, and duty status reporting.
• Maintain personnel trackers, suspense systems, and organizational manning reports.

Executive & Organizational Support

• Coordinate scheduling, meetings, task tracking, and leadership reporting activities.
• Prepare executive correspondence, memoranda, reports, and briefing materials.
• Coordinate with military personnel centers, servicing organizations, and external mission partners.
• Maintain records management compliance for military personnel documentation.

Compliance & Process Improvement

• Ensure compliance with applicable DoD, Department of the Air Force, and U.S. Space Force guidance.
• Support process improvement initiatives focused on workflow efficiency and accountability.
• Handle sensitive personnel and operational information with discretion and professionalism.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility required
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum 10 years of experience supporting military personnel administration or related DoD personnel operations
• Experience supporting DoD, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Air Force, or joint military organizations
• Familiarity with military personnel processes, evaluations, awards, readiness reporting, and administrative workflows
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational, communication, and task management skills
• Ability to report to designated work location in El Segundo, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting U.S. Space Force or national security space organizations
• Experience supporting senior military leadership or headquarters staff environments
• Familiarity with military personnel systems and records management processes

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Pay Transparency Range: 120k - 165k