The Mission Concepts and Capabilities Division (MCC) of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking a motivated, energetic Senior Program Analyst to support the government in the development and application of high-assurance computer security systems hardware and software. This contingent position, expected to start late spring or early summer 2025, will support provide support on-site in the National Capital Region, from ARA facilities, and via telecommuting when approved. 

In this position, the successful candidate will

Provide strategic planning and implementation to enhance S&T cooperation between DoD and external organizations Provide technical program management, contribute to program development, and monitor program progress

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or related discipline and 8+ years of related experience OR high school diploma and 15+ years of directly relevant experience DoD TOP SECRET clearance Must be a US Citizen Ability to work independently or as part of a team Experience providing strategic planning and implementation to enhance S&T cooperation between DoD and external organizations Experience reviewing reports to ensure progress is accomplished toward program/project objectives and deliverables Experience providing technical program management Experience providing briefing/presentations to research sponsors and other government agencies on program development and progress

Desired Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and eight (8) or more years of related experience PhD in a relevant discipline and five (5) or more years of related experience

 

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 2000 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 generates 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.

 

Please apply at www.careers.ara.com for the Senior Program Analyst position.