Overview
The Operational Evaluation Division (OED) has an immediate career opening for an Analyst supporting the Department of Defense's assessment of the operational effectiveness and suitability of Naval Warfare-related Defense Acquisition Programs. IDA takes great pride in the high caliber and timeliness of its analyses, which are produced in an atmosphere that encourages independent thinking and objective results. Work at IDA is conducted in a team environment and often involves a multi-disciplinary approach.
Responsibilities
The Analyst will support and advise mid and senior-level civilian and military officials regarding the operational test and evaluation of Naval Warfare programs. In particular, the successful candidate will provide analytical support to the Office of the Secretary of Defense regarding testing and evaluating amphibious and combat logistics ships. This effort includes analyzing the design, execution, and results of operational testing and providing independent assessments to the Office of the Director, Operational Test and Evaluation. Close interaction with government officials responsible for planning, developing, and executing tests is required. The Analyst is expected to travel for test events, including embarking on Navy and Military Sealift Command vessels for at-sea testing.
Required Qualifications
Why work at IDA?
What are the next steps?
U.S. Citizenship is required
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required
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