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ARA · 2 days ago

Senior Program Analyst/Scientist

Alexandria, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a Senior Program Analyst/Scientist to support the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Critical Technologies. The role involves engaging with various audiences, analyzing technology investment portfolios, and providing project management support within critical technology areas.

ConsultingHealth CareInfrastructureManufacturingTraining

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Directed EnergyElectronic WarfareData CollectionCommunication TechnologiesPrecision NavigationHypersonicsBiomanufacturingContested LogisticsTechnical AnalysisProject ManagementInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsWriting Skills

Required

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