Challenging career opportunities now exist at IDA in Cost Research and Analysis. Highly qualified individuals are sought, particularly self-starting professionals who can:

• investigate the cost implications of advances in technology and related changes in manufacturing methods of defense systems,
• conduct research into improved methods for estimating the costs of defense systems, both hardware and software,
• conduct research on the defense acquisition process, examining alternatives,
• apply the techniques of cost and economic analysis, including current cost estimating methods, and
• conduct research to improve defense resource management and its supporting information system, the Future Years Defense Plan (FYDP).

• Openings exist for individuals with advanced degrees in engineering, operations research, economics, or accounting. Ph.D. preferred
• Prior work experience is a plus
• Candidates with extensive direct experience in areas listed above plus one or more technical Master's degrees will be considered
• Entry level (B.S./B.A.) positions are available. Majors may be engineering, operations research, economics, mathematics, or the physical sciences; computer skills are desirable.
  

IDA offers a competitive salary, an enviable benefits package, and a superior professional environment in a park-like setting. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. citizenship is required.

Institute for Defense Analyses is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Our preferred method of receiving your resume is via email. If you are unable to email your resume, you may fax it to us.

Resumes and inquiries should be sent to:

Institute for Defense Analyses
Attn: Employment Office
4850 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22311
Fax Number: (240) 282-8314
Email: resumes@ida.org