Chemical Analyst

The Missons, Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) division of Applied Research Associates, Inc.

(ARA) is looking for a Chemical Analyst.

This position provides operational, research and development, and training support along with subject matter expert advice and decision support to the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) as part of its 24/7/365 Technical Reachback Support program.

The ideal candidate will apply subject matter expertise and problem-solving skills to develop, integrate, test, verify, validate, and apply Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and (high yield) Explosives (CBRNE) software/scenarios based on experiments and predicted phenomena using theoretical and computational methods.

The candidate will work closely with other members of the multi-disciplinary Reachback team.

Required tasks include performing complex engineering, scientific modeling and analyses, providing scientific reports, and technical assessments to military decision makers.

Each Technical Reachback team member is cross trained on all models and undergoes a rigorous certification process on the use of our CBRNE models before becoming an active member of the Reachback team.

The successful candidate will be team-oriented and possess strong multi-tasking abilities.

In addition, this position requires the use of models in all areas of CBRNE.

Tasks also include the presentation of modeling results and decision support aids to both internal and external customers in the form of written reports and oral presentations.


* Reviewing current research in various and potentially diverse subject areas for familiarity and relevance


* Providing general knowledge and chemical-related subject matter expertise to government agencies and first responders


* Assisting in the development of program plans, timelines, and technical documents


* Attending technical and programmatic meetings in which you coordinate responses from scientific community members and review the assembled materials for technical accuracy, consistency, and completeness


* Willingness to be cross-trained to provide modeling and information across the CBRNE spectrum

Required Qualifications:


* MS in Chemistry or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience


* Able and willing to work rotating shifts (every three months) in support of 24/7/365 operations


* Must be a US Citizen


* Hands-on experience using computer-based software to develop structurally sound and comprehensive models that account for all structural components


* Active US DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance


* Strong communication skills, both orally and verbally, technical presentation, teamwork mentality, graphic visualization, and Microsoft Office proficiency skills

Desired Qualifications:


* Experience working with organizations within DTRA or the DoD as well as other government agencies


* Experience in Combating Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) threats or CBRN threa...