Senior IAMD Analyst

KBR, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contracting firm in Arlington, VA is seeking a Senior IAMD Analyst to support the Joint Integrated Air and Missile Defense mission. The analyst will collaborate with military leadership and stakeholders to prioritize IAMD capabilities and develop operational solutions. Candidates must have a Master's degree, significant IAMD experience, and the ability to attain a TS/SCI clearance. This role offers a key opportunity to influence strategic military operations.

Qualifications

• Retired senior military officer (O-5 or higher) with minimum of 5 years of operational IAMD domain experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience at CCMD, Service, MDA, or Joint Staff.
• Ability to attain TS/SCI, special access clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of Integrated Air and Missile Defense capabilities.
• Lead special access level studies and analyses.
• Prepare executive-level written products for decision-making.

Skills

Operational IAMD domain experience

Strategic communication

Collaboration across stakeholders

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Overview

KBR’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of Defense, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.

Title

Senior IAMD Analyst

Job Summary

KBR is seeking a senior Integrated Air and Missile Defense Analyst. The position supports the Joint Integrated Air and Missile Defense mission areas, working with an experienced team in support of the Deputy Director for Force Protection, the 2‑Star Director of the Joint Integrated Air and Missile Defense Office (JIAMDO), and the 3‑Star Joint Chiefs of Staff J8. JIAMDO’s mission is to strategically develop, and scope concept-based, threat-informed joint requirements that mitigate Combatant Command IAMD gaps and lead to the delivery of joint force capabilities for the Warfighter in current and future operations. The Senior IAMD Analyst will work with their team, Combatant Commands, Office of the Secretary of War, Services, and the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).

Responsibilities

• Support the Joint Staff, J-8, JIAMDO in the development of Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) capabilities
• Support and facilitate the assessment of IAMD capabilities and prioritize IAMD capability needs
• Lead special access level studies and analysis
• Prepare and communicate at an executive level for written products (reports, briefings, info papers, executive summaries) to inform, shape, develop, and advocate for the Joint Warfighters
• Facilitate coordination and collaboration across IAMD stakeholders including the Combatant Commands, Office of the Secretary of War, Joint Staff, military Services and Agencies, and the intelligence community
• Provide expertise to support the development of warfighter-required IAMD capability needs within the requirements, acquisition, and resources processes

Basic Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree required
• Retired senior military officer (O-5 or higher) with minimum of 5 years of operational IAMD domain experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience at CCMD, Service, MDA, or Joint Staff
• Clearance: Ability to attain a TS/SCI, special access clearance required

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to write for strategic-level leaders in the Department of War
• Ability to develop quality written products and presentations for senior leader decision-making
• Familiarity with War Department, Joint, and/or Army Staff processes, planning, resourcing, and operations
• Familiarity with Joint Force and IAMD systems and capabilities
• Operational military experience in the IAMD domain (air defense, ballistic missile defense, and cruise missile defense) and experience supporting the Joint Staff, Office of the Secretary of War, Service HQ, or CCMD HQ
• Experience in the development and conduct of structured and non-structured analysis for the War Department or similar entity

Equal Opportunity

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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