Nuclear Analyst

About the role

Booz Allen is looking for a Nuclear Analyst to join its strategic plans and policy support services team, providing analytical and administrative support to the USAF. The role helps adapt Air Force nuclear deterrence strategies and programs to evolving global and national security threats, and works within the strategic deterrence and nuclear integration initiative during periods of heightened operations.

Key responsibilities

• Provide analytical and administrative support to the USAF on nuclear deterrence strategy and policy.
• Facilitate the adaptation of Air Force nuclear deterrence strategies and programs to new security threats.
• Provide logistical and administrative support during forums, capturing a comprehensive record of discussions and strategic decisions.
• Support nuclear enterprise governance, policy revisions, strategic assessments and urgent mission demands.

Required profile

• 3+ years of professional experience in classified environments.
• Background in nuclear security, nuclear deterrence, nonproliferation, counterproliferation, intelligence analysis or strategic planning.
• Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Nuclear Physics, Chemistry or Engineering.
• TS/SCI clearance; applicants are subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for classified information.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Required skills

• Collecting, modeling and interpreting operational, safety and performance data.
• Evaluating nuclear operations to identify risks, inefficiencies or improvements.
• Knowledge of Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) concepts.
• Data analysis, documentation, organization and reporting tools, including Microsoft Excel and SharePoint.
• Nice to have: USAF, STRATCOM, NC3 or nuclear C2 experience; radiation safety officer training; nuclear security fundamentals courses; radiological emergency management certification; Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.

What we offer

• Projected annual salary of $61,900 to $141,000 depending on experience, education and contract terms.
• Health, life, disability, financial and retirement benefits, paid leave, professional development and tuition assistance.
• Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week regularly are eligible for the benefit programs.