Senior Technical Advisor Job Listing at SPA in Washington, DC (Job ID 2025-20089)

Description

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Active DoD SECRET clearance (TOP SECRET strongly preferred).
• 10+ years of experience Navy submarine systems, SWS integration, or launcher/nav/combat system development and testing.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related technical discipline.
• Ability to work at Maritime Plaza in Washington, D.C. with local travel to Washington Navy Yard.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing senior leader briefings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Project).

Desired Qualifications: 

• Master's degree in a relevant technical field.
• Prior SSP or NAVSEA experience, particularly with SP22, SP23G, or SP24.
• Experience with UK or allied submarine integration efforts.
• Background in strategic policy, nuclear weapons systems, or SWS acquisition planning.
• Submarine-qualified officer or equivalent technical authority in undersea warfare.

The Senior Technical Advisor provides expert-level technical and programmatic support to SSP's Launcher (SP22), Guidance (SP23G), and Navigation (SP24) branches. This individual will serve as a cross-functional integrator and senior advisor, supporting the development, integration, and fleet readiness of the Strategic Weapons System (SWS). Responsibilities include reviewing and adjudicating technical documentation, supporting shipboard installation and testing activities for SWS components – particularly on the COLUMBIA and UK DREADNOUGHT class submarines – and advising SSP leadership on system risks, integration challenges, and mitigation strategies. The advisor will prepare and deliver senior-level technical briefings and recommendations, lead coordination across U.S. and allied stakeholders, and contribute to the alignment of system architecture and program execution across the three branches. Additionally, this role includes mentoring junior team members and ensuring consistency and technical rigor across deliverables in support of SSP's mission objectives.

The specific duties and responsibilities outlined above are subject to change based on the evolving needs of the program. Any significant changes will be communicated and discussed prior to the employee's start date.