Strategic Business Analyst — TS Clearance, R&D Roadmaps

Arlo Solutions

Round Lake Heights (IL)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Arlo Solutions in the United States seeks a Senior Business Analyst to serve as a strategic liaison between the AFRL Sensors Directorate's Chief Scientist/Chief Engineer and cross-functional stakeholders. The role translates scientific and engineering priorities into actionable business strategies, investment plans, KPI development, and executive-level decision support.

Active TS clearance is required. Based at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, you will gather requirements, analyze options, build

Qualifications

  • Active Top Secret Clearance.
  • 7–10 years of experience in strategic planning or related fields.
  • Advanced experience in strategic planning, business analysis, R&D/program analysis, or engineering-oriented business operations.
  • Ability to advise and support senior leadership.
  • Strong understanding of R&D portfolio management and investment analysis.
  • Advanced analytical, facilitation, communication, and executive briefing skills.
  • Ability to structure ambiguous problems and present executive-level recommendations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide senior-level strategic planning and business analysis support to the Chief Scientist and Chief Engineer.
  • Translate scientific and technical roadmaps into business strategies, tactical plans, investment priorities, and actionable initiatives.
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and risks.
  • Conduct cost-benefit analyses supporting R&D investment, resource allocation, and project prioritization decisions.
  • Develop and implement KPIs for R&D and engineering projects.
  • Develop executive reports, dashboards, visualizations, forecasts, and trend analyses.
  • Perform variance analysis and forecasting to identify emerging risks and support proactive management decisions.
  • Gather and document business, functional, and technical requirements from scientists, engineers, and other stakeholders.
  • Assess workflows and processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop recommended improvements.
  • Support implementation of new business systems and processes aligned with strategic objectives.
  • Serve as the communication bridge between scientists/engineers and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Lead or facilitate meetings and workshops to establish consensus and align objectives.
  • Translate highly complex scientific and engineering information into concise, decision-oriented information.

Skills

Strategic planning
Business analysis
R&D portfolio management
Executive briefing
Stakeholder management
Cost-benefit analysis
Forecasting / variance analysis
Communication

Job description

Arlo Solutions in the United States seeks a Senior Business Analyst to serve as a strategic liaison between the AFRL Sensors Directorate's Chief Scientist/Chief Engineer and cross-functional stakeholders. The role translates scientific and engineering priorities into actionable business strategies, investment plans, KPI development, and executive-level decision support.

Active TS clearance is required. Based at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, you will gather requirements, analyze options, build

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