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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$90K - $105K *

Optimize operational efficiency by leveraging analytical techniques and mathematical modeling to solve complex problems, support strategic planning, and enhance decision-making across departments...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $105K *

Transform your career by leveraging analytical skills to solve complex organizational challenges. Collaborate across departments to develop models and insights that drive strategic decision-making and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leveraging analytical techniques to solve complex problems, optimize processes, and support strategic decision-making across departments. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead strategic program integration efforts, overseeing resource planning, training assessments, and business operations to enhance military readiness and operational efficiency across multiple command...

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

$75K - $127K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding national security through innovative cybersecurity solutions. Leverage your expertise in Risk Management Framework (RMF) to enhance system security and com...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Manage asset performance by conducting financial analyses, maintaining models, and coordinating with teams to support strategic asset management decisions across a retail portfolio, ensuring optimal o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Provide nuclear safety and licensing support in Fuel and Fuel Channel Analysis. Lead projects, mentor junior staff, and conduct technical evaluations, ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies and cu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Engineer and support MDA's flight test activities, integrating complex systems and processes, while providing strategic analysis and recommendations for successful test execution. Drive mission planni...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $100K *

Transform your career by leading structural analysis for NASA projects. Collaborate with engineers, perform stress calculations, and create finite element models to ensure safety and compliance in aer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive technical analysis and exploitation processes for explosive ordnance, supporting U.S. and coalition forces in identifying and mitigating emerging threats through intel integration and innovative...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Analyze and address technical threats posed by improvised weaponry, providing critical intelligence and support to U.S. forces. Utilize diverse methodologies to conduct detailed assessments of recover...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Army modernization by analyzing S&T budgets, coordinating program reviews, and providing strategic insights to leadership, ensuring alignment with critical capa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in supporting Army S&T budget planning, program analysis, and senior leader engagement, ensuring alignment with modernization priorities and enhancing technology...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $135K *

Advance strategic financial analysis and resource programming for Navy personnel initiatives, ensuring effective budget management and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize funding all...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Engineer strategic bioindustrial base analyses to guide Department of War investments in biotechnology. Collaborate with industry partners and provide insights to leadership on technology risks, oppor...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic bioindustrial base analysis to support Department of War initiatives. Collaborate with industry partners and inform leadership on biotechnology investments, ens...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of military analysis by leveraging expertise in PLA operations, economic competition, and strategic planning to inform U.S. defense strategies and enhance operational effectiveness in...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

Unlock the potential of tactical communications by providing expert guidance on joint C2, interoperability, and emerging technologies to enhance mission collaboration and resilience in complex environ...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by providing strategic bioindustrial base analysis to support Department of War initiatives. Collaborate with industry partners and inform leadership on biotechnology investment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's transforming accounting through intelligent deployments. In this customer-centric role, you'll drive post-sale success, lead engagements, and help shape product improvements, ensuri...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate strategic decision-making by conducting thorough due diligence and analysis. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess technologies and investment opportunities, producing actionable...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Transform intelligence analysis by identifying and mitigating foreign nuclear threats. Collaborate across agencies to enhance U.S. defense strategies and protect critical infrastructure with a focus o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $304K *

Elevate your career by providing technical leadership across diverse IT services, ensuring seamless integration and innovative solutions that enhance mission outcomes and user experiences in a dynamic...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Engage in system-level technical support for Navy's Ship's Signal Exploitation Equipment. Troubleshoot, validate operational readiness, and provide training while ensuring technical accuracy in docume...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and troubleshoot system-level technical support for Navy's SSEE programs. Provide corrective actions, training, and distance support while ensuring operational readiness through rigorous testi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.