Research Scientist/Engineer

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Arlington, Virginia, USPosted 3 days ago

Role Overview

Strategic Analysis Incorporated is hiring a mid-level Research Scientist/Engineer. This is a full-time role in Arlington. posted 3 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job Description

Strategic Analysis, Inc. (SA) is currently seeking a cleared, Scientist / Engineer / SME I to support Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA).

As a Scientist / Engineer / SME I you will:

Experience at progressively more difficult levels in planning and developing technical projects of an R&D nature, concerned with unique or controversial problems that have an important effect on major DoD programs. Possesses expert credentials or recognition as an authority in a technical, managerial, or scientific field, with the mature judgment required to advise senior Government personnel. Strong oral and written communication skills are required. The individual will have demonstrated the ability to make decisions independently on R&D engineering problems and methods, to resolve important questions, and to plan and coordinate work. Demonstrated experience in the use of advanced techniques, theories, precepts, and practices in a scientific or technological discipline is required.

Highly Desirable:

3 years of experience
Demonstrated experience in one or more DARPA technical areas.
Experience with basic and applied research.
Published articles in field of expertise.

DARPA or similar agency experience preferred.

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Clearance:

DoD Secret

Position requires coming in the office, some telework possible.

Strategic Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to non-discrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religions, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability (physical or mental), age (40 or older), protected veteran status, genetic information (including family medical history) or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy includes but is not limited to the following employment actions: recruitment, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, compensation, fringe benefits, training, mentoring and sponsorship programs.

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This position is based in Arlington. Strategic Analysis Incorporated has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

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When was the Research Scientist/Engineer role at Strategic Analysis Incorporated posted?

This role was posted on June 26, 2026 (3 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.