Senior Doctrine Analyst

STI-TEC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

STI-TEC is seeking a Senior Doctrine Analyst to provide analytic leadership at the Pentagon for complex doctrine issues. This role requires an expert capable of guiding studies and communicating results to senior military and civilian leaders.

A Master's degree with operational experience is essential, alongside demonstrated skills in project management and leadership. The position offers a range of benefits including medical coverage, retirement savings, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 3 years of operational experience, or Bachelor's with 5 years, or 10 years warfighting experience without a degree.
• Proven success in managing complex long-range studies.
• Expertise in leading teams and evaluating others' work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate long-range doctrine studies and recommendations.
• Evaluate the results of analytical tasks done by others.
• Communicate complex doctrine matters to leaders.

Skills

Leadership in doctrine analysis

Project management

Interpersonal communication

Operational experience

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Doctorate or advanced military education

Job description

Position Overview

Complex, long‑range doctrine issues at JS J-7 require senior analytic leadership at the Pentagon. The Senior Doctrine Analyst plans and coordinates major studies, develops technical analyses and recommendations, and guides less‑experienced analysts. The role shapes how the joint force resolves the most demanding doctrine questions and keeps publications aligned with national strategy.

Essential Job Function

• Plan, conduct, and coordinate complex, long‑range doctrine studies and develop technical recommendations.
• Lead or participate in major studies of comprehensive and complex doctrine issues.
• Delegate analytic tasks and evaluate the results of other analysts.
• Apply project management to publication efforts and organizational workflows.
• Communicate complex, highly technical doctrine matters to senior military and civilian leaders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years operational experience; or Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years operational experience; or no degree with at least 10 years warfighting operational experience.
• Experience: Demonstrated success in four (4) or more of the following: two years equivalent to the Doctrine Analyst category; in-depth understanding of staff work; expert skill to plan, conduct, and coordinate complex long‑range studies; expert skill leading major studies and evaluating the work of others; project management; and expert interpersonal skills to communicate complex technical information.
• Security Clearance: TS/SCI per Staffing Plan.

Desired Qualifications

• Doctorate or advanced professional military education credential.
• Prior field‑grade or senior civilian assignment on a Joint Staff or Combatant Command.

Target Salary Range

Market comparative at time of award.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short term/long term disability coverage
• Retirement savings – 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holiday leave
• Alternate work schedules (depending on work site)
• Flexible spending account options

Equal Opportunity Employer

STI-TEC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, gender identity and sexual orientation. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.