Missile Systems Research Analyst — Modeling & Defense

Institute For Defense Analyses, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 277,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) in Alexandria, VA, has an opening for a Research Analyst in the Science, Systems, and Sustainment Division. The role focuses on modeling missile systems, missile defenses, and related concepts, requiring experience with simulations and data analysis.

Responsibilities include collaborating with analysts, evaluating concepts, producing high-quality reports, and presenting results.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of missile systems experience or study.
• Master's or PhD in a relevant field preferred.
• Proficiency with Python, C++, and data analysis tools.
• Ability to communicate complex technical results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with analysts to evaluate missile and defense concepts.
• Serve as an expert on developmental missiles and tech state.
• Model and simulate missiles and defenses independently or in teams.
• Produce reports and presentations summarizing analytic results.

Skills

Python

C++

Data analysis

AFSIM

Education

Master's degree in Aeronautical/ Astronautical Engineering or Physics

PhD in related field

Tools

AFSIM

Job description

The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) in Alexandria, VA, has an opening for a Research Analyst in the Science, Systems, and Sustainment Division. The role focuses on modeling missile systems, missile defenses, and related concepts, requiring experience with simulations and data analysis.

Responsibilities include collaborating with analysts, evaluating concepts, producing high-quality reports, and presenting results.