This senior analyst position supports the Joint Assessment Division in conducting independent operational assessments of Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) capabilities. The role involves providing analytical leadership to evaluate Joint Force readiness, coalition interoperability, emerging technologies, and operational effectiveness across the C5ISR enterprise. The selected candidate will deliver objective, risk-based assessments to senior Department of Defense leaders, informing strategic capability development, modernization, and resourcing decisions.
Responsibilities
Lead independent operational assessments of CJADC2 and C5ISR capabilities to identify operational risk, capability gaps, interoperability shortfalls, and opportunities to improve Joint Force readiness and warfighting effectiveness
Direct the planning, design, execution, and reporting of operational assessments, studies, and evaluations supporting Joint Staff, Combatant Command, and coalition decision-making requirements
Translate operational observations and data into strategic risk assessments and actionable recommendations that influence capability development, modernization priorities, and Joint resourcing decisions
Provide senior-level analytical support to CJADC2 capability portfolio management efforts, ensuring assessment findings inform enterprise planning, force design, and modernization strategies
Lead multi-disciplinary analysis teams in the collection, integration, and evaluation of operational, technical, and performance data to produce defensible, evidence-based conclusions
Assess Joint, Coalition, and Interagency interoperability through large-scale exercises, demonstrations, and operational events to validate mission effectiveness and identify critical capability gaps
Evaluate emerging technologies, low Technology Readiness Level (TRL) capabilities, and innovative concepts to determine operational utility, integration requirements, and potential impacts on future warfighting capabilities
Develop and deliver executive-level briefings, reports, white papers, and decision support products for General Officers, Flag Officers, Senior Executives, and other key stakeholders
Coordinate and collaborate with Joint Staff directorates, Combatant Commands, Military Services, coalition partners, academia, and industry representatives to advance assessment objectives and strategic initiatives
Serve as a senior trusted advisor to leadership by providing objective, data-driven recommendations that improve operational effectiveness, strengthen coalition interoperability, and reduce risk to the Joint Force
Requirements
US Citizen with an active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience
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Minimum of 8 years of military, government, or contractor experience supporting Joint, Service, Combatant Command, Defense Agency, or operational-level organizations
Expertise in C5ISR and Targeting operations related to CJADC2 interoperability and global force integration
Experience analyzing operational effectiveness across complex Joint, multinational, or coalition environments
Experience supporting operational test events, military exercises, experimentation activities, interoperability assessments, or validation efforts
Ability to facilitate interviews, meetings, workshops, and information-gathering sessions with military, government, and contractor personnel
Experience collaborating across diverse operational and technical organizations, including operations, intelligence, logistics, communications, and command-and-control stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief senior military officers, government civilians, and executive-level stakeholders
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools used to develop reports, assessments, and presentations
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in fast-paced operational environments
Nice to have:
Joint Duty Assignment experience
Combatant Command staff experience
Joint Staff experience
Operational-level or strategic-level planning experience
Operational and technical assessment experience
Data analytics, operations research, or statistical analysis background
Experience supporting CJADC2, Joint Fires, or Joint Force modernization initiatives
Graduate of advanced military schools
Experience supporting coalition interoperability, assurance, and validation efforts
Knowledge of capability portfolio management, force design, and Joint capability development processes
Familiarity with Large Scale Global Exercises (LSGE), coalition exercises, experimentation, and assessment activities
Benefits
Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement
Important Details
Application deadline: 3 days after October 20, 2026
About the Company
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025.
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