Naval Warfare Analyst - OT&E (PhD)

Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) in Alexandria, VA seeks a Naval Warfare Analyst at entry level for Operational Test and Evaluation to support DoD assessments of naval systems. The role involves analyzing testing and providing independent assessments to senior officials. The position requires a PhD or 8+ years with a master's, strong Python/R/AI skills, and willingness to travel up to 25%. A security clearance and background check are required for employment with IDA.