Lead Defense Systems T&E Research Analyst

RPMGlobal; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 277,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) seeks an experienced Adunct Research Analyst to join the Science, Systems, and Sustainment Division (S3D). The role conducts rigorous analyses of complex military systems to inform Department of War decisions.

You will plan, analyze, and report on assessments across domains like multi-domain autonomy, contested logistics, and counter-space, leading studies and delivering defensible technical recommendations to senior decision-makers.

Qualifications

• DoW operations knowledge and acquisition lifecycle familiarity.
• Ph.D. in quantitative field with 3+ years of experience or Master’s with 6+ years.
• Experience in military systems analysis and technical communication.
• Ability to obtain TS/SCI security clearance and pass a background check.
• Willingness for domestic or international travel.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute T&E frameworks to assess system performance.
• Conduct analyses of system effectiveness, suitability, survivability.
• Translate data into actionable insights using analytics and visualization.
• Produce reports and briefings for senior DoW leadership.

Skills

DoD operations

System analysis

Security clearance

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

PhD in quantitative field

Master's degree

Tools

MATLAB

C++

Python

Job description

The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) seeks an experienced Adunct Research Analyst to join the Science, Systems, and Sustainment Division (S3D). The role conducts rigorous analyses of complex military systems to inform Department of War decisions.

You will plan, analyze, and report on assessments across domains like multi-domain autonomy, contested logistics, and counter-space, leading studies and delivering defensible technical recommendations to senior decision-makers.