GovCon Expertise Across the Program Lifecycle

Win pursuits, fill critical gaps, and execute complex programs with on-demand consulting and TOD®, our exclusive talent network.

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$340B+ in value of contracts awarded
1,845+ programs supported
750+ associates ready to deploy
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THAAD
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Military Healthcare
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Patriot
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JLENS
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Military Dental Care
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AIM-9X
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KC-135R
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F-35
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GMD
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Mk41
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ESSM
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Trusted by 3,500+ clients across all industries
Aevex Aerospace
American Rheinmetall Munitions, Inc.
Anduril Industries, Inc.
Bell Helicopter
Booz Allen
Cole Engineering Services, Inc.
Collins Aerospace
FTE Factory Advisors
General Atomics
Hanwha Defense USA
Honeywell
Humana Government
Iridium Satellite LLC
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions
Leidos Holdings, Inc.
Leonardo DRS
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Magnet Defense LLC
Momentus Inc.
Northrop Grumman Corporation
Pacific Defense
Parker Hannifin
Parsons Federal Solutions
Peraton
QinetiQ US
Resource Environmental Solutions
RTX
SatPort
Spartronics, LLC
Spirit AeroSystems, Inc.
Tharros Defense, Inc.
Torch Technologies
TTM Technologies
Ultra Electronics
Vast Space
Viasat, Inc.
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View our solutions and services across the program lifecycle

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The Program Lifecycle Company® Campaign PhaseThe Program Lifecycle Company® Capture PhaseThe Program Lifecycle Company® Proposal PhaseThe Program Lifecycle Company® Pre-Award PhaseThe Program Lifecycle Company® Contract Delivery Phase
The Program Lifecycle Company® Market Arena AssessmentThe Program Lifecycle Company® Market Franchise Map.The Program Lifecycle Company® Competitive Position Map
The Program Lifecycle Company® Pipeline Analysis and Management
The Program Lifecycle Company® Capture SupportThe Program Lifecycle Company® SHAPE™ Acquisition Strategy and RFPThe Program Lifecycle Company® Competitive Assessment and Price-to-Win
The Program Lifecycle Company® Competitive Assessment and Price-to-WinThe Program Lifecycle Company® Win Strategy: Making Winning Choices™
The Program Lifecycle Company® Win Strategy: Making Winning Choices™ cont.The Program Lifecycle Company® Stakeholder InfluenceThe Program Lifecycle Company® Independent Capture Assessments
The Program Lifecycle Company® Turnkey ProposalsThe Program Lifecycle Company® Solution Baselines
The Program Lifecycle Company® Solution BaselinesThe Program Lifecycle Company® Color Teams and Independent Assessments
The Program Lifecycle Company® QuickStart®
The Program Lifecycle Company® QuickStart® cont.The Program Lifecycle Company® Lessons Actually Learned
The Program Lifecycle Company® Program SupportThe Program Lifecycle Company® Program ManagementThe Program Lifecycle Company® Program Planning & ControlsThe Program Lifecycle Company® Technical Management and Engineering SupportThe Program Lifecycle Company® Management ConsultingThe Program Lifecycle Company® Document Management and Production
The Program Lifecycle Company® EVMS and Business Systems Support
The Program Lifecycle Company® Milestone Success™The Program Lifecycle Company® Keep Sold Strategy
The Program Lifecycle Company® Growth Platform StrategyThe Program Lifecycle Company® Integrated Cost and Schedule Management and SolutionsThe Program Lifecycle Company® Integrated Cost and Schedule Management and Solutions cont.
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The Talent On Demand (TOD®) icon in the solutions and services above shows where we can provide experienced professionals to meet your precise business needs on demand!
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Why Choose Us?

Holistic Approach

Unique Holistic Framework

Rather than simply offering discrete services, we tailor solutions through a systems‑based, unified framework to deliver consistent, performance-driven outcomes: streamlined execution, disciplined governance, and elevated competitiveness.
Satellite

Proven Experience Across Domains

We’ve supported thousands of high-stakes programs across every mission and operational domain—land, sea, air, space, cyber, and information technology—delivering integrated solutions for winning new business and achieving program success.
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Talent On Demand

Our TOD® platform allows you to search through our exclusive pool of highly qualified associates. Whether you need a single professional or a team, TOD® has the right match for any project need. Try it today!

Industries

Multi-Industry Expertise

We serve a variety of industries, including:
  • Aerospace & defense
  • High technology & technical services
  • Information systems & technology
  • Healthcare & life sciences
  • Professional & business services
  • Architecture, engineering & construction
  • Aerospace & defense
  • High technology & technical services
  • Information systems & technology
  • Healthcare & life sciences
  • Professional & business services
  • Architecture, engineering & construction

Staff critical gaps at the speed of need with Talent On Demand

When a pursuit, proposal, program milestone, or delivery can’t wait, TOD® helps you find and engage specialized support fast. Find a single specialist or build a team from our network of professionals.

How does TOD® work?

Search & Compare

Search talent by filters like role, availability, location, rate, clearance, and program experience. Unlike a standard résumé, TOD® profiles detail project history across each professional's career, giving you a clearer view of the experience behind the title.

Build a Bench

Save best-fit candidates to a shortlist so you can review options, compare alternatives, and adjust as requirements evolve.

Deploy Talent

Confirm your selections and our Operations team will coordinate their deployment with your required start date. We can support remote, hybrid, or on-site deployments.

Manage Project

Track hours utilization and receive ongoing, dedicated support from SMA to ensure your project's success.
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TOD® offers vetted expertise across the program lifecycle:

EVMS Scheduler

Proposal Manager

Cost Schedule Integrator

Capture Manager

Executive Advisor

Scheduler

Program Manager

Market / Competitive Strategist

Technical Volume Lead

Planner

Cost / Price Volume Lead

Cost Analyst

Technical Volume Writer

+80 more roles

Frequently Asked Questions

What Our Clients Say

The IMS section of the PMR is a great example of our improvement, thanks to the thought leadership and attention to detail from Chelley H. and Bryan A. During the PMR hot wash, the team received praise, but it’s their hard work that made it all possible.

Program Planning and Controls
Program Planning & Controls

Great job with your people: Lee E., Adish S., and Dave P. Great guys and we appreciate the guidance.

Capture Support and Proposal Development
Proposal Development

I appreciate the work SMA provided, especially John N.’s strong leadership and collaboration to resolve issues. His dedication, working day and night, was remarkable, and the quality of his work was top-notch. I enjoyed working with John and hope for future opportunities.

Capture Support and Proposal Development
Proposal Development

Greg S. is working out very well. So far, he has shown that he has exactly the background and skills that we need. He is also a delight to work with.

Program Management
Program Management

Elisca S. joined in April/May 2020 and has done an outstanding job. Our CPAR rating from the US Air Force improved from Satisfactory to Very Good, thanks to her dedication. She always goes above and beyond. I enjoy working with her and look forward to future projects together.

Program Planning and Controls
Program Planning & Controls

Lee M. recently completed a major task order proposal under tight deadlines. With only 11 days to submit 150 pages and pricing for $50M, Lee worked almost 200 hours, including sleepless nights. His dedication and determination ensured success in this challenging task.

Capture Support and Proposal Development
Proposal Development

Dan M. has been a great help, diligently supporting multiple teams with accurate, up-to-date schedule assessments. His support was critical in meeting program reporting requirements. Dan’s efforts are well recognized by myself and the entire program management team.

Program Planning and Controls
Program Planning & Controls

Holly H., thank you for all your support. We couldn’t have done it without you. On behalf of the entire team, please accept our gratitude and appreciation.

Capture Support and Proposal Development
Proposal Development

Big thanks to Shane T. for his efforts on our project. It’s great to have him back! He handles the challenges, twists, and turns with ease, both with the client and team. His work on project economics—forecasting and tracking—has been exceptional. Glad to have him on the team!

Program Planning and Controls
Program Planning & Controls

We greatly appreciated Jeffrey E.’s exceptional support on our proposal. He went above and beyond, mentoring authors to improve both the product and their processes. Our proposal received high marks during color team reviews, and we couldn’t have done it without him.

Capture Support and Proposal Development
Proposal Development

Al W., a big thank you to you and the team. We couldn’t have created such a great package without you. I truly appreciate everything you brought to the proposal, including your sense of humor.

Capture Support and Proposal Development
Proposal Development

Thank you for including Luke A. in your team at SMA as a summer intern. He truly appreciated the experience and feels a strong sense of loyalty. When I offered him an internship at our family company, he replied, ‘No Dad, you had your chance. I work at SMA!’

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