Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.

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About the firm

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers strategic analysis, operations research, systems engineering, software and cloud engineering, and cybersecurity solutions to national security and defense clients. With over 50 years of experience, the practice supports the US Department of Defense, Homeland Security, the Intelligence Community, and allied nations across sea, land, air, space, cyber, and economic domains.

Team
Large
Firm type
Defense Engineering · Software Engineering

People

Douglas ColemanChief Legal Officer

Raj BadhwarChief Information Officer

Capabilities

Strategic Analysis and Force Design

Delivers in-depth analytical evaluations and design concepts to shape future force structures and ensure comprehensive mission readiness.

  • Force Structure Development

    Formulates strategic force design and organizational alignments for defense applications.

  • Requirements Definition

    Establishes structured system requirements and operational performance metrics.

  • Capability and Future Platform Assessments

    Evaluates emerging capabilities and future defense platforms to guide long-term modernization.

  • Technology Transition

    Facilitates the migration of advanced technologies from research to operational deployment.

  • Research and Development Support

    Provides technical advisory and management assistance for scientific research initiatives.

Mission and Operations Research Analysis

Develops and executes advanced models and simulations to test complex scenarios, mitigate operational risk, and inform critical defense decisions.

  • Advanced Modeling and Simulation

    Utilizes computational models to replicate physical and tactical scenarios for performance evaluation.

  • Wargames and Operator-in-the-Loop Experiments

    Conducts interactive tactical exercises to shape weapon requirements and joint fire control concepts.

  • Scenario Testing and Risk Reduction

    Analyzes potential operational hazards and evaluates mitigation strategies under varied conditions.

  • Capability Gap Analysis

    Identifies operational deficiencies and validates potential technological solutions.

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Harnesses data engineering and machine learning techniques to uncover actionable insights, optimize system performance, and support rapid decision-making.

  • Machine Learning Solutions

    Designs and trains predictive models to automate data analysis and enhance operational efficiency.

  • Tailored Analytics

    Builds customized data models and visualization dashboards for specific mission needs.

  • Performance Optimization

    Applies statistical methods to refine workflows and maximize system outputs.

  • Intelligence Analysis

    Processes and interprets complex data feeds to generate actionable threat assessments.

Software and Cloud Engineering

Integrates secure practices directly into agile development workflows, delivering resilient cloud-based solutions designed for long-term security.

  • Agile Software Development

    Creates responsive, iterative software applications using modern collaboration frameworks.

  • Secure Systems Engineering

    Implements DevSecOps pipelines to verify security controls throughout the codebase lifecycle.

  • Cloud-Native Architecture

    Deploys scalable infrastructure and applications on secure government cloud environments.

  • Defensive Cyber Operations

    Protects cloud networks and command systems from unauthorized intrusions and cyber threats.

Integrated Program Execution

Streamlines the delivery of complex acquisitions using digital management tools that enhance transparency, cost controls, and mission alignment.

  • Digital Program Management

    Tracks program milestones and resource allocation using integrated digital tracking platforms.

  • Cost Analysis

    Provides structured financial projections, life-cycle costing, and budget forecasting.

  • Program Risk Management

    Identifies, assesses, and tracks programmatic risks to ensure on-time system delivery.

  • Foreign Military Sales Case Management

    Supports the execution and compliance of bilateral defense acquisition agreements.

Systems Engineering and Emerging Technology

Applies model-based and digital engineering methodologies to design, integrate, test, and sustain complex aerospace and defense platforms.

  • Model-Based Systems Engineering

    Constructs digital system models to coordinate design requirements across multiple engineering disciplines.

  • Digital Engineering Practices

    Applies virtual simulation and digital twins to optimize design and lifecycle sustainment.

  • Counter-UAS Technology Integration

    Performs real-world testing and designs systems to counter unmanned aerial threats.

  • Space Systems Engineering

    Designs resilient space superiority systems and orbital tracking architectures.

  • Cyber Concept Development

    Designs early-stage cyber defense frameworks for mission-critical hardware and networks.

Acquisition Support

Provides expert advisory services across the procurement lifecycle, safeguarding the industrial base and optimizing procurement strategies.

  • Acquisition Strategy and Policy

    Drafts national procurement guidelines and programmatic strategies for major defense programs.

  • Acquisition Program Support

    Assists program offices with scheduling, contracting documentation, and compliance reviews.

  • Defense Industrial Base Analysis

    Evaluates supply chain risks and capability capacity across manufacturing partners.

  • Foreign Investment Impact Assessment

    Analyzes external capital risks to protect sovereign technologies and national security.

Industries

Defense · Intelligence & National Security · Public Safety · Space

Projects

Columbia-class SSBN Technology Development

Defense · Client: US Navy

Project details

Supports technology development, design, manufacturing, and readiness for the Columbia-class submarine presence within the strategic nuclear force.

Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems Support

Defense · Client: US Navy

Project details

Supported deployment of initial systems to counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), drafted new national policy, assessed safety risks, and identified required capabilities to address critical gaps.

AUKUS Integration and Acquisition Support

Defense · Client: US Navy

Project details

Acts as the prime professional services contractor to the naval office supporting Australia's acquisition of a sovereign, conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine capability.

Defensive Cyber Operations for Space

Space · Client: US Space Force Space Systems Command

Project details

Delivered an integrated Defensive Cyber Operations capability for a cloud-native space mission system, including custom software designed to enhance decision-making under reduced timelines.

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