Policy Analyst (Part-time) - Clearance Required

LMI; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 104,000; Part time

Job summary

LMI is seeking a Part-Time Policy Analyst in Arlington, Virginia, to support the Office of the Secretary of War (OSW) and the DASW(PS) International Logistics and Strategy Directorate. The role focuses on regional sustainment strategies, international collaboration, and strengthening logistics partnerships to enhance operational readiness.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of defense/logistics policy experience, U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., International Relations, Public Policy, Logistics, Engineering, Business, Economics, Operations Research, Security Studies)
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience supporting defense, logistics, sustainment, international cooperation, or policy analysis
• Secret clearance is required
• U.S. citizenship
• Experience with international agreements (e.g., MLSAs, ACSAs, MOUs) or similar bilateral/multilateral arrangements
• Ability to develop data-driven recommendations for senior defense stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication for reports and briefings for senior leadership

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of the Department’s Regional Sustainment Framework (RSF) and provide policy analysis
• Offer strategic recommendations and support for international agreements to expand Co-Sustainment with allies
• Identify opportunities for international collaboration and strengthen logistics partnerships
• Prepare data-driven analyses and briefing papers for senior DoD leadership

Skills

10+ years experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Overview

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

LMI is seeking a Part-Time Policy Analyst to support the Office of the Secretary of War (OSW), Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Product Support (DASW(PS)), International Logistics and Strategy Directorate, in Arlington, Virginia. The selected candidate will support the implementation of the Department’s Regional Sustainment Framework (RSF), providing policy analysis, strategic recommendations, and support for international agreements aimed at expanding Co-Sustainment capabilities with U.S. allies and partner nations. This role will focus on advancing regional sustainment strategies, identifying opportunities for international collaboration, and strengthening logistics partnerships to enhance operational readiness and resilience.

This part-time position requires 20 hours per week, totaling 40 hours per biweekly pay period.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., International Relations, Public Policy, Logistics, Engineering, Business, Economics, Operations Research, Security Studies, or related discipline).
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience supporting defense, logistics, sustainment, international cooperation, or policy analysis.
• Demonstrated experience conducting assessments, studies, and analysis focused on:
  • Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities and capacity (U.S., allied, and partner nations).
  • Workforce skills and industrial base capacity in a defense or logistics context.
  • Statutory, regulatory, and policy constraints affecting international logistics or MRO.
• Secret clearance is required.
• Experience assessing and/or working with international agreements (e.g., MLSAs, ACSAs, MOUs) or similar bilateral/multilateral arrangements.
• Demonstrated ability to develop clear, data-driven recommendations for senior defense stakeholders based on quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to synthesize complex operational, policy, and legal issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing reports, briefings, and decision papers for senior leadership.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance and a Common Access Card (CAC).

Security Clearance Requirement

• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Strongly Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., International Relations, Public Policy, Security Studies, Logistics, Business, Engineering, Operations Research).
• Experience supporting the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Staff, Military Services, or Defense Agencies on sustainment or international logistics issues.
• Prior work with RSF-related efforts, depot/MRO planning, or NDAA Section 842 implementation.
• Experience with logistics modeling, simulation, or cost/benefit analysis for weapon system readiness, maintenance, or supply chain optimization.
• Direct experience engaging with allies and partner nations on sustainment, MRO, or broader security cooperation/security assistance activities.
• Familiarity with DoD security assistance/security cooperation programs (e.g., FMS, DCS, cooperative programs).
• Experience presenting complex analytical findings and options to senior DoD or interagency leadership.

Target salary range: $62,966 - $104,435 (annualized)

Disclaimer: The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

Job Locations

US-VA-Arlington