Naval Aviation Technology Research Analyst

CNA Corporation; California (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer‑m

Paid time off

Job summary

CNA Corporation is seeking Research Analysts for the Advanced Technology Assessment (ATA) Division located at NAS Pt. Mugu, CA and Edwards AFB, CA. Analysts will lead small studies or contribute significantly to team projects within a defense-focused research environment.

The role emphasizes analytic rigor, collaboration, and client-facing communication. Candidates should hold a master’s in STEM (PhD preferred) and demonstrate independent, multi-disciplinary analytical capabilities with a track

Qualifications

• PhD or 0+ years or Master’s + 2+ years in research and analysis.
• Strong analytic curiosity and creativity; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply analytic frameworks for structured and unstructured problems.
• Lead portions of studies and contribute to publications and products.
• Communicate results clearly in groups and with sponsors.
• Collaborate with team members and manage small project tasks.
• Support business development through high quality work and client relations.
• Remain adaptable to multi-disciplinary environments and changing priorities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Multidisciplinary

Critical thinking

Research techniques

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Client interaction

Education

Master’s degree STEM

Aeronautical engineering

PhD preferred

Job description

CNA Corporation is seeking Research Analysts for the Advanced Technology Assessment (ATA) Division located at NAS Pt. Mugu, CA and Edwards AFB, CA. Analysts will lead small studies or contribute significantly to team projects within a defense-focused research environment.

The role emphasizes analytic rigor, collaboration, and client-facing communication. Candidates should hold a master’s in STEM (PhD preferred) and demonstrate independent, multi-disciplinary analytical capabilities with a track