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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Operations Research System Analyst/Sr Analyst
$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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Operations Research System Analyst/Sr Analyst
$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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Operations Research System Analyst/Sr Analyst
$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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$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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$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
$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
Senior Analyst - Fuel and Fuel Channel Analysis
$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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$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
$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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$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
$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...
4 weeks ago
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
1 week ago
$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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Bioindustrial Base Senior Analyst
$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
Bioindustrial Base Senior Analyst
$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...
1 week ago
$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
Senior Tactical Communications & Coalition Interoperability Subject Matter Expert (SME)
$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
Bioindustrial Base Senior Analyst
$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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Deployed Intelligence - Strategist
$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
$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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WMD Analyst (Nuclear Enterprise Defense)
$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
Principal Architect (SE3) (Government)
$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
$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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$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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What does a Military Analyst do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.