Explore Military Analyst Jobs

Military analysts use research, data, and subject-matter expertise to help organizations understand defense operations, military capabilities, and security challenges. Browse vetted Military Analyst opportunities on Ladders, with roles selected for experienced professionals seeking compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Military Analyst Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and specialty. Military analysts may assess force structure, equipment, readiness, operational plans, geopolitical developments, or emerging threats. They gather and evaluate information, develop briefings and reports, build analytical models, and communicate findings to military leaders, government agencies, or private-sector clients.

Common Military Analyst Specialties

Career paths can focus on intelligence analysis, defense strategy, military operations, logistics, weapons systems, cybersecurity, or operations research. Some roles emphasize regional expertise or foreign military capabilities, while others center on quantitative analysis, program evaluation, or mission planning.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often value experience in military service, defense consulting, government, intelligence, or a related analytical field. Strong candidates bring critical thinking, clear writing and presentation skills, research capabilities, and familiarity with defense concepts. Depending on the position, employers may require a relevant degree, specialized technical knowledge, or an active security clearance. Requirements vary by role.

Find Military Analyst Roles on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities and identify Military Analyst jobs that align with your experience, expertise, and career goals. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, work arrangements, and compensation details.

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$121K - $182K *

Transform the Intelligence Community's AI strategies by advising on policy, governance, and operational integration. Leverage your expertise to align cutting-edge AI developments with national securit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of program analysis activities, ensuring operational readiness and compliance of assigned ships. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance mission capabilities through effective planning...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$98K - $163K *

Transform project management support for the FAA's Office of Commercial Space Transportation. Engage in data analysis, stakeholder coordination, and operational tracking to enhance the commercial spac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $163K *

Manage project support for the FAA's Office of Commercial Space Transportation, overseeing files, data, and stakeholder communications while preparing reports and analyses to enhance operational safet...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $216K *

Join a dynamic team as a Policy and Strategy Analyst, conducting in-depth research and analysis to support critical intelligence programs. Leverage your expertise to produce assessments on emerging th...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $138K *

Drive strategic management and analysis for Air Force programs, ensuring effective operations and compliance. Collaborate across teams to enhance IT/OT systems and support cybersecurity initiatives wh...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$89K - $138K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Air Force operations through strategic program analysis and management. Leverage your expertise to drive efficiency and effectiveness in IT and operational te...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$89K - $138K *

Drive strategic management and analysis for Air Force programs, ensuring effective operations and compliance. Collaborate across teams to enhance cybersecurity and optimize IT/OT systems, supporting m...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Architect innovative AI solutions by designing and deploying ML models that enhance decision-making and product development while integrating diverse data sources to drive actionable insights and stra...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at naval aviation readiness by leveraging your analytical skills to evaluate maintenance and logistics data. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance mission capability and suppor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $102K *

Drive financial planning, analysis, and reporting, ensuring timely insights into budget integrity and contract performance to support management's decision-making across multiple programs...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $178K *

Transform financial strategies by leveraging your budget expertise and analytical skills. Collaborate with a mission-critical team to support U.S. Army programs, ensuring effective resource allocation...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $178K *

Support mission-critical financial operations by analyzing budgets, collaborating with teams, and providing data-driven insights to enhance project strategies and resource allocation. Bring your exper...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $178K *

Advance the financial strategy of a mission-critical U.S. Army program by analyzing budgets, collaborating with teams, and providing data-driven insights to optimize resource allocation and project ex...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of government engagement by leveraging aerospace and defense expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategies that enhance customer interactions and drive adop...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive advanced modeling and simulation analyses to enhance NAVWAR capabilities, supporting military exercises and training. Collaborate with teams to develop recommendations and maintain simulation to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $194K *

Contribute to impactful research by supporting data analysis and project documentation. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to tackle complex national security issues through qualitative and quan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with impactful leadership in public health initiatives, guiding multidisciplinary teams to enhance preparedness and response capabilities while collaborating across agencies to infor...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $140K *

Contribute to the advancement of space operations by serving as a Space Protection Program Analyst, coordinating with stakeholders to enhance program management, optimize processes, and ensure effecti...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $130K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by modeling adversarial threats and responses at a theater level. Collaborate cross-functionally to support strategic decision-making and enhance operat...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform acquisition decision-making by conducting independent cost analyses, developing methodologies, and providing expert budgetary guidance to ensure accurate resource allocation and forecasting...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$224K - $260K *

Unlock potential by shaping the defense budget through strategic engagement with the Pentagon, OMB, and Congress. Drive collaboration across legislative and executive branches to optimize funding and...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $145K *

Optimize aircraft maintenance and sustainment through data analysis, supporting operational effectiveness and logistics. Collaborate with teams to identify gaps and enhance system design, ensuring mis...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to diagnose and solve real-world problems for defense units, designing deployment plans that leverage advanced AI capabilities. Manage accounts from initial contact through deploym...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in transforming social media data into actionable insights. Own reporting across various channels, optimize influencer campaigns, and leverage analytics to enhance strategy and drive b...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Military Analyst do?question toggle

    A Military Analyst evaluates military capabilities, operations, strategy, or security issues. The role may involve researching information, analyzing data, preparing assessments, and presenting recommendations to decision-makers.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Military Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and position, but may include relevant military, government, intelligence, or defense experience; strong analytical and communication skills; and a degree or specialized technical expertise. Some positions require a security clearance.

  • Do Military Analyst jobs require a security clearance?question toggle

    Some roles—particularly those supporting government or classified programs—require an active clearance or eligibility to obtain one. Other positions may not. Check the requirements in each job listing.

  • Where do Military Analysts work?question toggle

    Military Analysts may work for government agencies, defense contractors, consulting firms, research organizations, or companies supporting national security and military programs.

  • What kinds of Military Analyst positions can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    Openings may include intelligence, defense strategy, operations research, logistics, military capabilities, and program analysis roles. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; specific openings and compensation vary.