Senior Program Analyst/Scientist

The Mission Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) Division of Applied Research Associates, Inc.

(ARA) is seeking to contingently hire a Senior Program Analyst/Scientist for ARA’s effort supporting the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Critical Technologies (OASW(CT)).

This position will support the Critical Technology Area (CTA) offices within OASW(CT).

This work requires a candidate with experience and/or education in one or more of the following: artificial intelligence (AI), directed energy, communication and sensing technologies, precision navigation, electronic warfare, hypersonics, biomanufacturing, and/or contested logistics.

The candidate will perform functions such as:


* Engage with technical and non-technical audiences, including within the DoW, industry, and academia


* Support the collection and analysis of information to provide insights into the Critical Technology Areas (CTAs) investment portfolio, workforce, infrastructure, and industry capabilities


* Provide analysis and project management support to monitor CTAs


* Conduct systems trade-off and technical analysis


* Coordinate requirements for the application of current and emerging technologies


* Analyze and evaluate project proposals to ensure alignment with DoW strategies and goals


* Track efforts to rapidly identify and resolve potential and new problems


* Conduct technical analysis for proposed, ongoing, or completed projects

Required Qualifications:


* BS degree in a scientific or technical discipline from an accredited institution


* 10+ years of relevant experience


* Current DoW TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility

Experience with one or more of the following: artificial intelligence (AI), directed energy, communication and sensing technologies, precision navigation, electronic warfare, hypersonics, biomanufacturing, and/or contested logistics


* Experience with data collection and requirements analysis


* Experience reviewing white papers and preparation of research papers


* Experience preparing presentations for, and presenting reports to leadership


* Strong writing, speaking, and interpersonal skills


* Experience in interfacing, communicating, and collaborating with government personnel

Desired Qualifications:


* Master’s degree from an accredited institution


* Experience supporting the OASW(CT)


* Experience with Roadmap Development



* Experience developing strategy documents, implementation plans, and planning documents


* Experience completing technical assessments of programs


* Experience identifying, developing, and/or transitioning emerging technologies



* Experience with data visualization and data systems used in decision-making dashboards

This position is contingent upon award of a contract.

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Applied Research Associates, Inc.

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