Mission Science & Applied Research Analyst (Multiple Disciplines)

MISSION ONE, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A defense consulting company based in Washington is looking for a Mission Science & Applied Research Analyst. The role focuses on embedding scientific expertise into intelligence missions related to CBRN/WMD and other domains. Ideal candidates possess a relevant Bachelor’s degree, active security clearance, and extensive experience in applied intelligence. Responsibilities include interpreting complex data and delivering actionable narratives for decision-making. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Active security clearance is needed.
• Demonstration of domain expertise aligned with mission requirements is essential.
• Experience supporting national security, defense, or intelligence environments.
• Experience supporting national security, defense, research, or applied intelligence environments.
• Ability to translate complex scientific findings into clear, actionable intelligence narratives.
• Strong analytical writing and briefing skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret complex intelligence indicators and data using scientific expertise.
• Support environmental and terrain assessments.
• Deliver narratives translating scientific findings for broader audiences.
• Collaborate closely with all-source analysts, technical intelligence analysts, and collectors.
• Provide expert input into long‑term assessments, forecasts, and strategic products.
• Deliver clear, decision‑ready narratives that translate scientific findings for non‑scientific audiences.
• Brief senior stakeholders on scientific implications tied to mission objectives.

Skills

Scientific domain expertise

Analytical writing

Briefing skills

Ability to translate complex findings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Master's or PhD (preferred depending on mission scope)

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Position Overview

Mission One is seeking Mission Science & Applied Research Analyst to embed scientific expertise into intelligence and operational mission environments. These roles are designed for scientists who can apply deep domain knowledge to real-world intelligence problems—supporting assessments related to CBRN/WMD, environmental and terrain impacts, technical validation, and long-term strategic analysis. This role bridges applied science and intelligence analysis, enabling customers to make informed decisions based on scientifically grounded insight.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply scientific domain expertise to interpret complex intelligence indicators and data
• Support CBRN/WMD, environmental, terrain, maritime, space, or technical assessments
• Enhance analytic credibility through modeling, scientific baselines, and technical validation
• Collaborate closely with all-source analysts, technical intelligence analysts, and collectors
• Provide expert input into long‑term assessments, forecasts, and strategic products
• Deliver clear, decision‑ready narratives that translate scientific findings for non‑scientific audiences
• Brief senior stakeholders on scientific implications tied to mission objectives

Best‑Fit Scientific Disciplines

We welcome candidates with expertise in one or more of the following fields:

• Agronomy / Agricultural Science
• Behavioral Science
• Biology
• Cartography (scientific geospatial focus)
• Chemistry
• Geology
• Hydrology
• Imagery Science
• Oceanography
• Physics
• Space Science / Atmospheric Science

Required Qualifications

• Active security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline (Master’s or PhD often preferred depending on mission scope)
• Demonstrated domain expertise aligned to mission requirements
• Experience supporting national security, defense, research, or applied intelligence environments
• Ability to translate complex scientific findings into clear, actionable intelligence narratives
• Strong analytical writing and briefing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior government or defense contracting experience
• Experience contributing to intelligence reporting (directly or in a support role)
• Familiarity with classified research environments or secure analytical workflows
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary intelligence teams

Typical Deliverables

• Scientific analysis memoranda and technical assessments
• Environmental and terrain impact studies
• Sensor validation and technical advisory support
• R&D support to intelligence mission sets
• Scientific briefings and expert advisory products