Top Secret security clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility
10-12 years of experience in classified operations effectiveness and acquisition systems analysis
Experience in developing defense acquisition system performance measures
Experience supporting test and evaluation efforts
Proven ability to produce high-quality technical documentation for complex systems
Responsibilities
Contribute to technical assessments and program evaluations
Provide independent assessments of laboratory or experimental/prototype tests
Support scientific reviews with expert feedback on R&D programs
Analyze and summarize findings of emerging technologies and advanced capabilities
Conduct quantitative analyses related to advanced capabilities development
Plan and coordinate testing and engineering evaluations of prototypes
Deliver work with limited direction
Benefits
Opportunity to work on high-impact government projects
Engagement with cutting-edge technologies and advanced capabilities
Collaborative environment with experienced professionals
Potential for career advancement within a reputable organization
Support for continuous learning and professional development
Full Job Description
The Mission Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) Division of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a Senior Prototyping & Experimentation Analyst with a background supporting the Government in the execution of large technology programs. This position will support the Office of the Secretary of War Research & Engineering's Prototyping & Experimentation Office. This work requires a candidate with a background in classified technical program or project management, acquisition, or analytical support of government Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) and the DoW Acquisition environment.
This position is contingent upon award of a contract expected begin in August 2026.
Essential Functions:
Contribute to technical assessments and program evaluations
Provide independent assessments of laboratory or experimental/prototype tests
Support scientific reviews to include in-depth expert feedback as to the strengths and weaknesses of research and development programs/proposals
Provide technical expertise to research, analyze, and summarize findings of emerging technologies and advanced capabilities
Conduct quantitative analyses of technology/mission engineering/system engineering requirements as they pertain to the development, prototyping, and insertion of advanced capabilities
Plan, coordinate, and assist with the testing and engineering evaluation of demonstrations, experiments, and/or prototypes.
Perform and deliver work with limited direction
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited academic institution
Top Secret security clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility
10-12 years' experience performing classified operations effectiveness and acquisition systems analysis
Experience supporting the development of defense acquisition system's performance measures, including system requirements definition, key performance parameters, and measures of performance and effectiveness
Experience support test and evaluation efforts
Experience producing high-quality technical documentation for complex systems, with an ability to synthesize data into clear and impactful summaries
Desired Qualifications:
Master's or Ph.D. degree from an accredited academic institution
Experience writing for a DoW audience
Experience supporting the Office of the Secretary of War supporting acquisition and R&D programs
Please apply at www.careers.ara.com for the Senior Prototyping & Experimentation Analyst position.
About Applied Research Associates Inc
Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is an employee-owned research and engineering company that provides technical solutions to complex problems in various fields, including defense, homeland security, intelligence, transportation, and energy. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Albuquerque, NM. ARA has over 1,600 employees and operates from more than 20 locations across the United States and Canada. The company's services include research and development, engineering, testing and evaluation, and consulting.
