Senior Defense Analytics & Transition Lead

Chimera Enterprises International; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Chimera Enterprises International seeks a Senior Operations Analyst to lead defense analytics for DARPA, focusing on transition of R&D to operational use, portfolio risk assessment, and process improvement. You will build models, run scenarios, and deliver decision‑support products to senior leaders, coordinating with program managers, financial analysts, and acquisition staff.

A TS clearance is required. The role emphasizes rigorous analysis, clear briefings, and cross‑functional collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, mathematics, or a related technical field.
• 6+ years of operations research or equivalent analytical experience.
• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced analyses to support the transition of R&D efforts into operational use.
• Build models, run scenarios, and synthesize results for senior decision-makers.
• Analyze portfolio schedule, cost, and risk trade-offs to guide resource allocation.
• Collaborate with program managers, financial analysts, acquisition staff, and other analysts to integrate data into decision-support products.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Modeling

Stakeholder briefing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Chimera Enterprises International seeks a Senior Operations Analyst to lead defense analytics for DARPA, focusing on transition of R&D to operational use, portfolio risk assessment, and process improvement. You will build models, run scenarios, and deliver decision‑support products to senior leaders, coordinating with program managers, financial analysts, and acquisition staff.

A TS clearance is required. The role emphasizes rigorous analysis, clear briefings, and cross‑functional collaboration