Job Description
This role supports critical technology projects for Department of War, managing initiatives like hypersonics and AI. Managers deliver briefs and track actions, solving oversight challenges in technology areas. The position aids OASW(CT) by enabling decision-making and strategic planning.
Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) operates as an employee-owned research company with over 2000 professionals across US and Canada. The company specializes in defense technologies, simulations, environmental technologies, and testing. Founded in 1979, it includes affiliates in 45 countries.
Managers support project management, strategy development, communication, and decision support for OASW(CT). They deliver read-aheads, briefings, correspondence, and track projects. Duties include assessing assignments and determining actions. Onsite in National Capital Region, contingent on contract.
This contingent role requires Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. No compensation specified. Benefits include employee ownership, innovation culture, and growth opportunities. Requires Bachelor’s degree and 7 years experience, preferred Master’s and 10 years project management.
Responsibilities
- Support OASW(CT) project management, operational management, strategy, planning, communication
- Deliver high-quality read-aheads, briefings, correspondence
- Support management of multiple projects
- Assess work assignments, determine optimal courses of action
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
- 7 years experience
- Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
- Ability to execute in DoD staff environment, communicate at senior levels