Metallurgy Analyst (Critical Materials)

Summary

ANSER strengthens public institutions and enhances national and homeland security through independent analysis and practical solutions. The Metallurgy Analyst will support the Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment program by evaluating critical materials projects, assessing technical and programmatic feasibility, monitoring project execution, engaging stakeholders, and preparing communications to support investment decisions and mission objectives.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with DoD, interagency partners, and military services to identify critical minerals and materials requirements and develop strategies to mitigate associated industrial base risks
• Support the development, management, and execution of an annual budget exceeding $1 billion across large-scale domestic and multinational minerals, materials, and infrastructure projects
• Support the development and evaluation of industry project calls designed to advance technical capabilities from prototype through commercial-scale production
• Evaluate proposed projects for technical, programmatic, and acquisition feasibility and recommend appropriate investment and prototyping efforts
• Support program execution by monitoring cost, schedule, performance, and technical progress across assigned projects
• Represent government interests in virtual and in-person meetings with industry, government, and other stakeholders
• Document meeting outcomes, decisions, and action items and track follow-up activities
• Conduct stakeholder outreach, site visits, and other engagement activities to support project development and execution
• Prepare high-quality briefings, official correspondence, analytical products, and other communications in response to internal and external taskings
• Communicate complex industrial base and supply chain issues clearly and concisely to support senior-level decision-making across a geographically dispersed team

Skills

• Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in mineral processing, production, science, or technology analysis
• Understanding of or experience in critical and strategic materials/minerals, mineralogy, mineral exploration, or geology
• Demonstrated analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex industrial base issues into clear written reports and oral presentations for senior leadership
• Ability to work effectively in a high-tempo, team-oriented environment and contribute to collaborative problem-solving
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Ability to work effectively in a high-tempo, team-oriented environment and contribute to collaborative problem-solving
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Experience supporting the Office of the Secretary of War (OSW) or a comparable senior-level strategic staff environment
• Experience navigating the DoW acquisition lifecycle and Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process to identify and mitigate industrial base risks
• Experience briefing, engaging with, and advising senior military leaders, including Flag and General Officers
• Experience applying scientific, program analysis, and systems engineering concepts to complex advanced manufacturing technical and programmatic challenges
• Experience leading onsite implementation of project plans and managing cost, schedule, and performance objectives
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP), or equivalent professional certification
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification with demonstrated experience leading successful process improvement initiatives

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in mineral processing, production, science, or technology analysis
• Understanding of or experience in critical and strategic materials/minerals, mineralogy, mineral exploration, or geology
• Demonstrated analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex industrial base issues into clear written reports and oral presentations for senior leadership
• Ability to work effectively in a high-tempo, team-oriented environment and contribute to collaborative problem-solving
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint

Nice to Haves

• Ability to work effectively in a high-tempo, team-oriented environment and contribute to collaborative problem-solving
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Experience supporting the Office of the Secretary of War (OSW) or a comparable senior-level strategic staff environment
• Experience navigating the DoW acquisition lifecycle and Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process to identify and mitigate industrial base risks
• Experience briefing, engaging with, and advising senior military leaders, including Flag and General Officers
• Experience applying scientific, program analysis, and systems engineering concepts to complex advanced manufacturing technical and programmatic challenges
• Experience leading onsite implementation of project plans and managing cost, schedule, and performance objectives
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP), or equivalent professional certification
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification with demonstrated experience leading successful process improvement initiatives