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
EMALS
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JLENS
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F-35
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Military Healthcare
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Military Dental Care
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AIM-9X
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GMD
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ESSM
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Patriot
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KC-135R
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ISS
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THAAD
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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!
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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

I sincerely appreciate Carol M.’s work with our team. With no in-house experience, she was patient, thorough, and deliberate, going back to first principles. I enjoyed the experience and am grateful to both Carol and SMA for their support.

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

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

Our bid team was very pleased with Jeff S.’s support on our Task Order responses. His concept of operations designs were clear yet thorough, covering the SOW. Jeff was a pleasure to work with, well-liked by the team, and we’d gladly engage him again in the future.

Capture Support and Proposal Development
Proposal Development

Eleni T. showed exceptional commitment this past month, supporting the program through numerous BCRs and software issues. She worked long days, took minimal time off, and upon her return, quickly jumped back in to ensure timely completion of all customer deliverables.

Program Planning and Controls
Program Planning & Controls

Paul S. understood the effort fully, referred the right things to others, and handled key tasks himself. Few do this well, and it instills confidence in management that this team—and bid—are in good hands.

Capture Support
Capture Support

I have nothing but the highest praise for all you did to get us to where we are, Ralphine I. Please put me down as a fan and a reference any time you need it!

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

Congratulations and thank you for your support on the win! This wouldn’t have been possible without you. It’s been a privilege to work together—thanks for the guidance, long hours, training, collaboration, and everything that led to the winning response. Looking forward to future wins!

Capture Support and Proposal Development
Proposal Development

Chris J., thanks for the excellent proposal development training and your flexibility. I really appreciate your approach—the group felt comfortable, and the impromptu topics made the new knowledge real for us. Great work, and thanks again!

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

I just wanted to reach out and let you know Simon D. has been a pleasure to work with and we are making good progress.

Program Planning and Controls
Program Planning & Controls