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Industrial Base & Production Economics Analyst (TS Clearance #26-050) at Strategic Analysis, Inc. Industrial Base & Production Economics Analyst (TS Clearance #26-050) at Strategic Analysis, Inc. in Arlington, Virginia Posted in 14 days ago.
Job Description:
Strategic Analysis, Inc (SA) is seeking a versatile, skilled Industrial Base & Production Economics Analyst to support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) activities. The Industrial Base & Production Economics Analyst will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of cutting-edge initiatives to advance the mission of
DARPA ACO.
This role focuses on understanding and enabling the U.S. industrial base to rapidly scale production of critical capabilities, with emphasis on real-world constraints, cost, and speed.
Required experience:
5+ years of experience in manufacturing strategy, production systems analysis, industrial economics, supply chain analysis, or operations research Experience analyzing OEM and multi-tier supplier networks, including production throughput, bottlenecks, and cost structures Demonstrated ability to build and apply quantitative models of production systems (capacity, elasticity, scale-up vs. scale-out, mobilization timelines) Experience working with or supporting manufacturing operations, production environments, or industrial programs Strong ability to synthesize technical, economic, and operational data into clear, decision-relevant insights.
Desired Capabilities and Characteristics:
Experience in high-volume or capital-intensive industries (automotive, semiconductors, electronics, aerospace, heavy machinery, logistics) Familiarity with factory modeling, discrete-event simulation, or supply chain risk analysis Experience mapping and analyzing complex supply chains, including identification of critical dependencies and constraints Experience with cost modeling, make/buy decisions, or capital expenditure planning Experience analyzing or planning for rapid scale-up, surge production, or time-constrained operations Experience working across government, industry, and public-private partnerships Ability to operate and make recommendations under uncertainty with incomplete or imperfect data Exposure to defense manufacturing, munitions, or DoD platforms preferred Understanding of industrial policy, reindustrialization, or supply chain resilience Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis/visualization tools Excellent written and oral communication skills Other duties as assigned.
Degree Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, or related field.
Location:
On site most days. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI285002365
