Advanced Materials Program Analyst

Applied Research Associates, Inc.Alexandria, VA

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

Hybrid remote

Job Description

The Mission Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) Division of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking an experienced Advanced Materials Program Analyst to provide technical, analytical, and programmatic support to the Office of the Undersecretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)). The analyst will work closely with senior officials and technical experts across the Department of War's Science & Technology (S&T) enterprise to assess, guide, and communicate the state of advanced materials research and its impact on emerging capabilities for the warfighter. The role includes maintaining awareness of cutting-edge materials science, evaluating S&T investments, and contributing to strategic planning and roadmap development. The analyst will also participate in program reviews, supply chain analyses, and cross‑organizational technical deep dives.

This immediate‑fill position is for a hybrid environment with regular on-site work in the National Capital Region. This position requires a candidate with experience leading and performing a variety of tasks to support Government leaders, providing:

Science, engineering, technical, management, and professional support
Broad situational awareness of research and development efforts involving Advanced Materials
Financial and technical assessment of Advanced Materials S&T investments
Support of DoD and interagency program reviews and leadership of cross‑organizational deep dives on high‑priority technologies
Analytical products, directives, meeting minutes, briefings, reporting documentation, or other requirements necessary for the efficient management of DoW materials S&T efforts
Specialized expertise support, g., DoW supply chains, critical materials, AI/ML
Development of materials science roadmaps supporting critical emerging capabilities to the Department of War

Required Qualifications:

BS/BA degree in scientific, technical, business management, or other related technical discipline
Technical background including exposure to advanced materials.
8-10 years of relevant experience
Secret security clearance with willingness to apply for and obtain a TS/SCI clearance
Experience supporting US Government clients
Experience coordinating across multiple organizations

Desired Qualifications:

Ten+ years of progressive experience, 5 of them in project management
TS/SCI security clearance
Experience with DoW's PPBE processes and systems
Experience developing or managing emerging military technologies
MS/MA or Ph.D. in a relevant discipline

This position is contingent upon customer acceptance of your resume and potential interview. Position is expected to start in May 2026.

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 1200 professionals. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.

At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership fosters greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are eligible for contributions which not only add to the company's success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, "Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit" sums up the ARA experience. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please visit our website at www.ara.com.

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