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# Business Analyst for the Chief Scientist & Engineer - Senior

- **Company:** Arlo Solutions Llc
- **Location:** Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $63,750.0 - $127,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), Decision Support Systems, Program Analysis
- **Published:** August 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us142cd1cf8376e9e174966d7688b21fbe/eaa

## About the Role

* Active Top Secret Clearance
 * 7-10 years' Experience
 * Advanced experience in strategic planning, business analysis, R&D/program analysis, or engineering-oriented business operations.
 * Demonstrated ability to advise and support senior scientific, engineering, or executive leadership.
 * Strong understanding of R&D portfolio management, performance measurement, investment analysis, and resource prioritization.
 * Advanced analytical, facilitation, communication, and executive briefing skills.
 * Ability to independently structure ambiguous problems, integrate complex technical/business information, and develop executive-level recommendations.

## Description

The Senior Business Analyst serves as a strategic liaison between the AFRL Sensors Directorate's Chief Scientist/Chief Engineer organization and scientific, engineering, business, and other cross-functional stakeholders. The position translates scientific and engineering priorities and technical roadmaps into actionable business strategies, investment plans, performance measures, and executive-level decision support.
Clearance: Active TS
Office Location: Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Responsibilities and/or Success Factors:

 * Provide senior-level strategic planning and business analysis support to the Chief Scientist and Chief Engineer.
 * Translate scientific and technical roadmaps into business strategies, tactical plans, investment priorities, and actionable initiatives.
 * Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging scientific and technological opportunities and risks.
 * Conduct cost-benefit analyses supporting R&D investment, resource allocation, and project prioritization decisions.
 * Develop and implement KPIs for R&D and engineering projects covering budget, schedule, technical quality, and other performance dimensions.
 * Develop executive reports, dashboards, visualizations, forecasts, and trend analyses.
 * Perform variance analysis and forecasting to identify emerging risks and support proactive management decisions.
 * Gather and document business, functional, and technical requirements from scientists, engineers, and other stakeholders.
 * Assess workflows and processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop recommended improvements.
 * Support implementation of new business systems and processes aligned with Chief Scientist and Chief Engineer strategic objectives.
 * Serve as the communication bridge between scientists/engineers and non-technical stakeholders.
 * Lead or facilitate meetings and workshops to establish consensus, resolve issues, and align stakeholders around program and organizational objectives.
 * Translate highly complex scientific and engineering information into concise, decision-oriented information for diverse audiences.


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