Program Intern - Summer 2027

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 Integrated Warfare Systems Group (IWSG) provides engineering, technical, and programmatic support to the Portfolio Acquisition Executive, Mission Systems (PAE MS) Above Water Sensors (AWS) Directorate. Efforts include overarching program management, test and evaluation, systems engineering, operations analysis, systems integration, international, cyber security, IT network and programmatic support for over 40 PAE MS AWS advanced radar, phased array radar, electronic warfare, electro-optic, and advanced off-board electronic warfare/decoy programs. IWSG staff support a variety of tasks including: support and completion of major technical reviews; producing required acquisition documentation; meeting critical program milestone deadlines; managing program needs and external requirements, and ensuring the right resources are provided to the right priorities at the right time. Specific programs that interns may be selected to support include: AN/SPY-6 phased array radar; Long Endurance Electronic Decoy (LEED); Future X-Band Radar (FXR); Scaled Onboard Electronic Attack (SOEA) Electronic Warfare (EW) system; and electro-optic/infrared (EO/IR) camera systems.

This internship work is primarily in office with occasional telework allowed.

Timeline for intern selection:

• Applications can be submitted and will be reviewed until 13 November 2026.
• Interviews will begin on 26 October and will conclude on 18 December 2026.
• Offers/decisions will be extended starting 18 November.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a smart, energetic, and dedicated student actively pursuing a four-year undergraduate degree in Engineering or related field to work alongside the SPA team in support of PAE MS Above Water Sensors programs. The successful intern will quickly learn and contribute to tasks, projects, and discussions with opportunities to support exciting radar, electronic warfare, and electro-optic/infrared programs.

The IWSG office is located at 20 M Street in Southeast DC, conveniently down the street from our clients at the Washington Navy Yard.

Compensation rate is dependent upon rising year and degree.

Qualifications

The ideal intern will:

• Be enrolled in, and in pursuit of, a four-year undergraduate degree in Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering; or a related field such as Physics
• Articulate a willingness to learn program/organizational processes and procedures
• Demonstrate forward thinking and proactive problem solving skills
• Possess strong leadership, administrative, and interpersonal skills
• Be capable of quickly obtaining and maintaining an active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance

Pay Range Information

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. Washington, DC, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $23.00/Hr. - USD $31.00/Hr.