Missile Defense Systems Research Analyst (C2BMC/BOA)

Institute For Defense Analyses, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 113,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan with 10% match

Flexible work environment

Paid parental leave

10 paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Institute for Defense Analyses, Inc. in Colorado Springs seeks a research analyst to support MDA in C2BMC/BOA analysis within the MDS framework, based at Schriever SFB. You will conduct rigorous data analysis and prepare findings for program reviews.

The role requires advanced degrees and/or years of experience, ability to brief senior leaders, and willingness to travel occasionally. IDA offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Doctoral or Master/BS with required years in a STEM field.
• Ability to collect, organize, synthesize and analyze data; strong communication.
• Current DoD Secret Clearance required.
• Background check successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Analyze C2BMC/BOA performance for MDS tests and provide findings.
• Support test planning, execution, and data-driven conclusions.
• Brief senior leaders and other analysts on issues and results.
• Travel occasionally as required.

Skills

Data analysis

Data parsing

MATLAB

Briefing

Independent work

Education

PhD in Materials Science / related field

MS in Materials Science / related field + 6+ years

BS in Materials Science / related field + 8+ years

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

Institute for Defense Analyses, Inc. in Colorado Springs seeks a research analyst to support MDA in C2BMC/BOA analysis within the MDS framework, based at Schriever SFB. You will conduct rigorous data analysis and prepare findings for program reviews.

The role requires advanced degrees and/or years of experience, ability to brief senior leaders, and willingness to travel occasionally. IDA offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary.