RDT&E Program Analyst

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS, a federal government contractor in Arlington, VA, seeks a Program Analyst for the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Critical Technologies. The role involves supporting critical modernization efforts in DoW RDT&E, with exposure to quantum and AI programs.

The candidate will track project executions, develop plans, and prepare briefings and technical products for senior leadership decisions. A Secret clearance (TS/SCI eligible) and U.S. citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in the Scientific, Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation sector relevant to the office.
• Master's degree preferred; Bachelor's degree required in a hard science or engineering field.
• Experience supporting the DoW RDT&E community and working with senior technical stakeholders.
• Minimum Secret clearance; eligible for TS/SCI; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Track project executions and support development of project plans.
• Provide expertise in technology development, funding, and transition.
• Coordinate with government labs, industry, academia, and partners.
• Prepare briefings, reports, and papers for senior leadership decisions.

Skills

RDT&E experience

Senior stakeholders

Project planning

Education

Master's degree (preferred)

Bachelor's degree required

Job description

RDT&E Program Analyst

Location: US-VA-Arlington

ID: 2026-4747

Category: Software & Systems Development

Position Type: Full-Time

Remote: No

Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCI

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

Working on the Department of War critical technology areas offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment at the forefront of advancing national defense capabilities in areas such as Quantum and Battlefield Information Dominance, Applied AI, Biomanufacturing, and more. You will have the opportunity to contribute to support investments in the Department's most critical modernization efforts. This project requires a high level of professionalism and a commitment to shaping the future of national security capabilities.

As a Program Analyst supporting the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Critical Technologies, you will have the opportunity to do the following:

• Support the office leadership tracking executions of projects within the relevant portfolio and helping to develop and monitor project plans.
• Provide specialized expertise in technology development, funding, and technology transition.
• Coordinate and engage with the RDT&E community including government laboratories, industry, academia, FFRDCs, UARCs, and international partners.
• Prepare briefings, reports, white papers, and other business and technical products in support of senior leadership decision-making.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in the Scientific, Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation sector for Industry, Academia, or Government relevant to the technical focus of the applicable office.
• Master's degree in a relevant hard science or engineering discipline is preferred, Bachelor's degree in a hard science or engineering discipline is required
• Demonstrated experience supporting the DoW RDT&E community and working with senior technical and acquisition stakeholders. Understanding of DoW budgeting and project execution practices and systems.
• Must have a minimum Secret clearance and eligible for a TS/SCI.
• U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $160,000.00/Yr. - USD $215,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

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