Sr. Research Analyst for Aerospace (TS/SCI Clearance Required)

Job Description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the top 100 employee-owned companies in the United States. Employer Ownership means, that at AMERICAN SYSTEMS, we treat each other with respect.

Every member of our team has a vested interest and benefits from MISSION SUCCESS. We all have the same goals particularly in service to our nation’s War Fighters;

providing, team-focused, mission-essential support in challenging environments. Being truly effective means pushing beyond basic requirements.

We build skilled and committed teams of experts. We conduct our work with a sense of purpose; loyal to the mission, our clients, each other and to the long-term success of the company.

WANTED : A Sr. Research Analyst for Aerospace . This position requires someone with a PhD in Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related subject, 10 years of experience and a Top Secret clearance (SCI eligible).

This position is in College Park, MD.

As a Sr. Research Analyst for Aerospace , you will :

• Provide critical support in protecting our country.
• Work with a team of driven, supportive, and highly skilled professionals who have the desire for success and a relentless interest in providing a positive customer experience to complement a cohesive team of professionals.
• Continue growing and perfecting your analyst skills.
• Receive a robust benefits package that includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
• Be a part of an empowered accountability culture where each employee-owner has a meaningful stake in the future success and growth of the company.

A week in the life of a Sr. Research Analyst for Aerospace :

• Candidate will support the Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, specifically in the Maintaining Technology Advantage Branch.
• Will maintain subject matter expertise in hypersonic and space technology, providing SME support to analysts in the development of critical time-sensitive products.
• Will support development of strategic products, like technology area protection plans, for hypersonic and space technologies.
• Will work with a team of other SMEs and analysts to meet short deadlines and deliver quality products.
• Evaluate protection strategies to defend US investments from foreign attempts at technology transfer.

Job Requirements

• PhD in Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related subject
• 10+ Years of professional experience
• Top Secret Clearance with SCI-Eligibility
• Experience with Missile Technology, hypersonic and / or space technology

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide.

Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs, and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards :

Forbes National Best Midsize Companies

Energage National Best Workplaces, National

Washington Post Best Workplaces

Veteran Hiring Awards :

U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion

BEST FOR VETS by Military Times

TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $185,000 - $200,000.

Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EOE Minorities / Women / Disabled / Veterans / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation