Advanced Manufacturing Analyst

Location: Arlington or Alexandria, Virginia, or telework within the National Capital Region

Salary: $119,000–$172,000 USD annually

Company

hirify.global strengthens public institutions and national and homeland security through independent analysis and practical solutions.

What you will do

• Advise government customers on advanced manufacturing initiatives and industrial base investments.
• Evaluate project proposals, technical feasibility, funding strategies, and implementation approaches.
• Assess manufacturing capabilities, industrial base risks, and supply chain challenges.
• Develop acquisition documentation, technical analyses, briefings, reports, and official correspondence.
• Track project cost, schedule, performance, program data, and contract awardee execution.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders, mission partners, industry, and geographically dispersed teams.

Requirements

• Active SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain TOP SECRET clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, systems engineering, or a related field; equivalent military experience may be considered.
• At least 10 years of experience in industrial manufacturing or RDT&E, or 5 years with a related master’s degree.
• Experience facilitating manufacturing production sites or supporting product lifecycle management and engineering.
• Experience supporting hardware development or sustainment within the U.S. military, senior defense organizations, or an industrial organization.
• Experience writing and presenting technical information, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Nice to have

• Experience with defense acquisition lifecycle activities and the PPBE process.
• Experience advising senior military leaders and strategic staff organizations.
• PMP, CSEP, or equivalent professional certification.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher with process improvement experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Work supports public service, national security, and defense industrial base resilience.
• Collaborative environment focused on integrity, initiative, and client service.
• Full-time employment with health, financial, and well-being benefits.
• Accommodation support is available for applicants with disabilities.
• Equal opportunity employment is provided across legally protected backgrounds.