Senior Emerging Technologies Strategy & Programs Analyst

Applied Research Associates, Inc; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) seeks an Emerging Technologies Support Senior Program Analyst to provide technical, programmatic, and strategic support to the DoW across a broad portfolio of advanced science and technology areas.

This hybrid role requires 1-2 days onsite weekly and includes coordination across DoW and interagency partners, development of ET investment strategies, and preparation of briefing materials for senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a scientific, technical, business management, or related discipline.
• Must have an active / current TS security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• 8+ years of recent and relevant experience providing strategic technical oversight of projects.
• Strong technical writing capabilities and the ability to prepare clear, concise documentation.
• Working knowledge of PPBE process and its relevance to S&T investment planning.

Responsibilities

• Assess and analyze ET RDT&E programs and monitor state-of-the-art developments in platforms and critical tech.
• Coordinate assessments of programs and technologies, including Quantum Science and PNT.
• Support ET investment strategy development, requirements analysis, solicitation prep, and evaluation of projects.
• Prepare analytical products, technical briefings, and decision materials for senior leaders.

Skills

Technical writing

Analytical thinking

Strategic mindset

Independent / collaborative

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) seeks an Emerging Technologies Support Senior Program Analyst to provide technical, programmatic, and strategic support to the DoW across a broad portfolio of advanced science and technology areas.

This hybrid role requires 1-2 days onsite weekly and includes coordination across DoW and interagency partners, development of ET investment strategies, and preparation of briefing materials for senior leadership.