Nuclear & CWMD Intelligence & Planning Lead

ARA; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) seeks an experienced Nuclear and CWMD Analyst to evaluate and mitigate emergent nuclear and WMD risks, bridging cutting-edge technology with operational decision-making.

You will lead cross-functional groups with defense and intelligence stakeholders, using advanced modeling and simulation tools to translate capabilities into actionable plans and training solutions. The ideal candidate has nuclear operations and planning experience, plus proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 5-7 years of technical experience in DoD/CBRNE, or 12+ years in lieu of a degree.
• Military experience in strategic or theater nuclear operations and planning.
• Willingness to learn skills associated with modeling.
• Strong communication and technical presentation skills; extensive experience with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with DoD training, wargaming, modeling and simulations.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Currently active TOP SECRET clearance with ability to obtain SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead working groups to assess, plan, and execute the integration of emerging deterrence and CWMD capabilities.
• Translate CBRNE event environments into information requirements for senior leaders.
• Integrate nuclear weapon effects and calculations with AI/ML to identify impacts to mission.
• Collaborate with analysts, planners, and technologists to align capabilities with objectives.
• Evaluate deterrence and counter-WMD environments to identify gaps and integration points for tools.
• Develop and deliver training materials, user guides, and SOPs for new tools or capabilities.
• Coordinate testing and validation activities to ensure capabilities are reliable and relevant.
• Monitor team performance and user feedback to drive improvements.
• Stay aware of emerging tech and best practices for future integration efforts.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Technical presentation skills

Microsoft Office

Willingness to learn modeling

Experience with DoD training

Wargaming

Modeling and simulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree (preferred)

12+ years experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) seeks an experienced Nuclear and CWMD Analyst to evaluate and mitigate emergent nuclear and WMD risks, bridging cutting-edge technology with operational decision-making.

You will lead cross-functional groups with defense and intelligence stakeholders, using advanced modeling and simulation tools to translate capabilities into actionable plans and training solutions. The ideal candidate has nuclear operations and planning experience, plus proficiency in