Senior Capability Analyst – Army/MDA

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

. Assess existing and emergent IAMD capabilities .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • United StatesSenior💰 $180,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) systems and concepts, with a strong focus on operational planning and coordination. Possesses a deep understanding of military requirements and capabilities assessment for Joint IAMD studies.

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Integrated Air And Missile Defense (IAMD)Operational PlanningCommand And Control RelationshipsCapabilities AssessmentJoint Staff Support

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Hard Skills

Fighter Aircraft ExpertiseSurface-To-Air Missile SystemsNon-Kinetic WeaponsRadar SystemsKill Chain Analysis

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's DegreeActive TS Security ClearanceSCI EligibilitySAP Eligibility

Industry Keywords

U.S. Army LiaisonMissile Defense Agency (MDA)Combatant Command RequirementsNimble FireJRICM Study

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Key responsibilities & impact

Assess existing and emergent IAMD capabilities
Provide subject matter expertise on IAMD systems, concepts, and issues, including fighter aircraft, surface-to-air missile systems, non-kinetic weapons, radar systems, kill chain analysis, operational planning, and command and control relationships
Liaise with the U.S. Army and Missile Defense Agency (MDA)
Conduct planning and coordination to ensure accurate portrayal of current and future capabilities at Nimble Fire and the JRICM study
Support the Capabilities Assessment Branch
Understand, interpret, coordinate, and execute Service, Agency, and Combatant Command requirements related to specific capabilities for Joint IAMD studies and analysis

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree
At least ten (10) years of professional experience within IAMD or a related area
A minimum of five (5) years supporting the Joint Staff, OSD, Service HQ, or CCMD HQ
Active TS, SCI and SAP eligible security clearance
US Citizenship required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
Paid leave
Retirement plans
Insurance programs
Education and training assistance