Nuclear and CWMD Analyst
About The Position
The Mission, Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) division of Applied Research Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Nuclear and CWMD Analyst to evaluate and mitigate emergent nuclear and other weapons of mass destruction risks. The role supports national security by assessing high-consequence global threats and connecting emerging technology with operational decision-making. The analyst will lead cross-functional working groups, collaborate with defense and intelligence stakeholders, and use modeling and simulation tools to turn complex capabilities into operational plans and training solutions. Candidates should bring nuclear operations and counter-WMD experience, technical breadth across the nuclear enterprise, and the ability to translate technical capabilities into operational requirements and planning activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 5–7 years of technical experience working within the DoW and/or CBRNE, nuclear operations, and/or planning communities; alternatively, 3–5 years of technical experience with a Master’s degree, or 12+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
- Previous military experience in strategic or theater nuclear operations and planning.
- Willingness to learn skills associated with modeling.
- Strong communication and technical presentation skills.
- Extensive experience with Microsoft Office.
- Experience with DoD training, wargaming, modeling, and simulations.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Current/active TOP SECRET clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a SCI clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Military Studies Completion (JAWS, SAS, SAMS, SANDS).
Responsibilities
- Lead working groups to assess, plan, and execute the integration of emerging deterrence and/or CWMD capabilities.
- Translate deterrence and CBRNE event environments and impacts into critical information requirements for senior leaders and audiences at all echelons.
- Integrate nuclear weapon effects and calculations with AI/ML to identify impacts to missions.
- Collaborate with analysts, planners, technologists, and other stakeholders to align planning capabilities with operational objectives.
- Evaluate the strategic deterrence and counter-WMD operational environment to identify gaps, opportunities, and integration points for new tools or methodologies.
- Develop and deliver training materials, user guides, and standard operating procedures for new tools or capabilities.
- Coordinate testing and validation activities to ensure capabilities are reliable and relevant to planning scenarios.
- Monitor team performance and user feedback and recommend iterative improvements to capabilities, plans, and processes.
- Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and best practices to inform future integration efforts.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits addressing employees’ current and future needs.
- Eligibility for contributions through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
