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
AIM-9X
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KC-135R
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EMALS
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ESSM
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Military Dental Care
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ISS
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Military Healthcare
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JLENS
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Mk41
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THAAD
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Patriot
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F-35
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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.
Talent on Demand TOD

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!

Download the graphic above as a reference PDF: SMA: The Program Lifecycle Company® Offerings 2025

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What Our Clients Say

Liz C. exceeded expectations and greatly enhanced our proposal. We couldn’t have done it without her! She worked well with the team, boosting collaboration, and the final product had a level of professionalism and detail that wouldn’t have been possible without her.

Capture Support and Proposal Development
Proposal Development

Elisca S. has done an outstanding job, particularly with one of our toughest programs on the CEO’s watchlist. She’s a top planner, trusted to oversee training and provide backup support. Her contributions have helped several programs get back on track—she’s a credit to SMA’s excellence!

Program Planning and Controls
Program Planning & Controls

On 6 July 2017, an SMA client hosted an event honoring Steve H.’s 17 years of continuous support to a major program, a record for SMA. The client praised Steve for making a positive impact on all his assignments on the program.

Technical Management and Engineering Services
Engineering Support

I appreciate the work SMA provided, especially Jim G. He was the first to volunteer, completing tasks quickly and with high quality, then seeking out new assignments. Jim’s sense of humor and dedication made him a pleasure to work with. Thanks for making him available!

Capture Support and Proposal Development
Proposal Development

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

In July, we received a CPAR from our USAF customer with the highest grade of any program supporting USAF efforts in the company, earning Exceptional in 5 out of 7 categories. Elisca S.’s role as PCA was key to this success, as highlighted in the CPAR!

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

Congratulations! We won one of the contracts for program. Thank you for your support in getting this pursuit into the ‘win’ column. Lee E.—your track record remains intact!

Data Visualization and Publications
Graphics & Desktop Publishing

This has been the longest and hardest-fought campaign yet. I want to highlight Alan M.’s stellar work leading the proposal writing and ensuring it was a first-class submission.

Capture Support and Proposal Development
Proposal Development

During our Technical Volume Red Team last Friday, we received excellent feedback. Lee E. was a tremendous asset, working with me over the weekend to revise graphics and reapply formatting styles, producing a clean baseline document.

Data Visualization and Publications
Graphics & Desktop Publishing

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

Thanks for bringing Lee E. to us. He’s a seasoned professional who anticipates needs and delivers on time. His USG proposal experience makes working together easy, and his team player attitude keeps things running smoothly. Lee’s skills lead to efficient proposal development!

Data Visualization and Publications
Graphics & Desktop Publishing