Senior Prototyping & Experimentation Analyst

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/sy...