Industrial Policy, Strategy and Transformation Senior Consultant

Deloitte France; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 113,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Deloitte’s GPS team seeks a Senior Consultant to empower federal clients with analysis of the defense industrial base, supply chain risks, and policy guidance. You will analyze data, brief non-technical stakeholders, and contribute to strategic decision-making across government programs.

Based on-site in Alexandria, VA, you will collaborate with senior leaders and manage multiple workstreams, traveling up to 25% as needed. A Secret clearance is required and sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 3+ years.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• 2+ years of experience analyzing manufacturing systems, supplier networks, capacity constraints, or industrial ecosystem health.
• 2+ years of experience briefing technical findings to non-technical stakeholders, producing written products to government officials, and supporting analysis and reporting for senior leadership within the United States government and Congress.
• 2+ years of experience in defense industrial analysis, investment development and coordination, and market and sector research and forecasting.
• Ability to work on-site in Alexandria, Virginia up to 5 days per week.
• Ability to travel 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Responsibilities

• Identifying, analyzing, and using data on the defense industrial base to increase visibility and support strategic decision-making
• Analyzing market trends and industrial base capacity to inform assessments and investments that build long‑term industrial base resilience
• Supporting efforts to strengthen strategic and critical materials supply chains and associated policies
• Reviewing policies, oversight mechanisms, and authorities to identify ways to incentivize and improve supplier base performance
• Producing analyses, reports, and briefings for government officials and senior leaders on supply chain risks, opportunities, and industrial base conditions

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Project leadership

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

Deadline orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years experience

Master’s degree with 3+ years experience

Master’s degree in law, social science, or business

Job description

Our Deloitte Enterprise Performance team is at the forefront of enterprise technology, working across finance, supply chain, and IT operations to deliver holistic performance improvement and digital transformation. Join our team of strategic advisers and architects, differentiated by our industry depth to collaborate with leading solution providers and leverage your experience in strategy, process design, technology enablement, and operational services to enable heart‑of‑the‑business solutions.

Work you'll do

As a Senior Consultant of Strategy on the Industrial Base Policy team, you will be responsible for…

• Identifying, analyzing, and using data on the defense industrial base to increase visibility and support strategic decision-making
• Analyzing market trends and industrial base capacity to inform assessments and investments that build long‑term industrial base resilience
• Supporting efforts to strengthen strategic and critical materials supply chains and associated policies
• Reviewing policies, oversight mechanisms, and authorities to identify ways to incentivize and improve supplier base performance
• Producing analyses, reports, and briefings for government officials and senior leaders on supply chain risks, opportunities, and industrial base conditions

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
• Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
• Ability to lead projects or workstreams
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The team

Deloitte’s Government & Public Services (GPS) practice – our people, ideas, technology and outcomes – is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.

Our Supply Chain & Network Operations offering advises, implements, and operates transformational solutions that bring world class supply network capabilities.

The Project Talent Model is designed for professionals with specialized skills that align to a current client need. Team members focus on delivering services to clients, without additional expectations related to business development or promotion. Their employment is tied to their role on a project, and they are eligible for a benefits package that is competitive for project delivery‑focused professionals.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience; or Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience
• Active Secret security clearance required
• 2+ years of experience analyzing manufacturing systems, supplier networks, capacity constraints, or industrial ecosystem health
• 2+ years of experience briefing technical findings to non‑technical stakeholders, producing written products to government officials, and supporting analysis and reporting for senior leadership within the United States government and Congress
• 2+ years of experience in defense industrial analysis, investment development and coordination, and market and sector research and forecasting
• Ability to work on‑site in Alexandria, Virginia up to 5 days per week
• Ability to travel 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred:

• 5+ years of experience in government contracting or within a program executive office
• Experience in industrial engineering, smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0, Internet of Things, model‑based systems engineering, or digital twin
• Experience identifying risks and mitigation actions for contract execution
• Master’s degree in law, social science, or business; Contracting Officer training; or acquisition certification

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Virginia, Deloitte is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to Virginia and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $113,000 to $188,000.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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