Noblis
A10 Proposal – CWMD & Defense Capabilities Talent Pipeline (Contingent Upon Awar
Noblis, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
A10 Proposal – CWMD & Defense Capabilities Talent Pipeline (Contingent Upon Award) at Noblis
Location:
Pentagon, Washington, D.C. (subject to award)
Contract Type:
Proposal Pipeline – Positions contingent upon contract award
Overview We are building a talent pipeline in support of an upcoming A10 contract proposal, with anticipated work beginning in
August 2026 . These positions will support mission‑critical efforts related to Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) operations, nuclear deterrence, counter‑WMD policy, medical/biological defense, and advanced modeling & simulation. Work will be performed on‑site at the Pentagon, pending award. Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearances required for each position.
Biological Defense Analyst Analyzes biological threats, emerging infectious diseases, and countermeasures, supporting national‑security‑focused biological defense initiatives. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Understanding of pathogen detection, characterization, and threat assessment
Proficiency with bioinformatics tools and sequence analysis
Knowledge of biosafety/biosecurity protocols
Experience with select agents, high‑consequence pathogens
Familiarity with biological weapons conventions and intelligence analysis
Programming skills (Python, R)
Biological Scientist Conducts experimental research in biological sciences, supports protocol development, and analyzes complex biological datasets. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Expertise in molecular biology, sequencing, PCR, cell culture
Experience with advanced techniques (NGS, CRISPR, proteomics)
Bioinformatics or data‑analysis tools
Background in infectious diseases, immunology, or genomics
Familiarity with laboratory safety and biosafety protocols
CBRNE Modeling & Simulation Developer Designs and develops computational models and simulations to assess CBRNE threats, predict outcomes, and support decision‑making. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Strong programming skills (Python, C++, Java, MATLAB)
Experience with simulation frameworks or physics engines
Knowledge of numerical methods, fluid dynamics, transport phenomena
Understanding of CBRNE hazards
Experience with HPC, GIS, machine learning, uncertainty quantification
Chemical Defense Analyst Provides chemical threat analysis, supports chemical defense research, and evaluates countermeasures. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Knowledge of chemical agent properties and detection methods
Experience with analytical instrumentation (e.g., GC‑MS, FTIR)
Familiarity with chemical safety and PPE standards
Background in modeling/simulation of chemical threats
Knowledge of chemical weapons conventions and policies
Programming for data analysis/visualization
CWMD Intelligence Analyst Conducts all‑source intelligence analysis focused on WMD threats, proliferation pathways, CBRNE‑related technologies and actors. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Knowledge of WMD technologies and proliferation mechanisms
Experience with intelligence methodologies, tools, and databases
Understanding of global treaties and WMD control regimes
Background in technical CBRNE disciplines
Regional or foreign‑language expertise
CWMD Policy Analyst Supports analysis and development of CWMD policy, strategies, and international frameworks across chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threat environments. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Strong understanding of WMD threats and non‑proliferation regimes
Knowledge of international CWMD and CBRN agreements
Policy analysis, strategic planning, and research expertise
Background in intelligence analysis, export control, or sanctions
Familiarity with international security or diplomatic environments
Foreign language proficiency
Medical Specialist – Chemical & Biological Capabilities Provides medical expertise to support development, evaluation, and implementation of medical countermeasures for chemical and biological threats. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Knowledge of chemical and biological agents’ medical effects
Understanding of MCM development and regulatory pathways
Experience in clinical protocols and treatment guidelines
Background in military medicine, emergency response, or public health
Experience in pharmaceutical/device development
Familiarity with DoD medical programs or consortia
Missile Defense Analyst Analyzes ballistic missile threats, assesses missile defense system performance, and informs policy and acquisition decisions. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Strong understanding of missile technology and defense architectures
Experience with performance assessment tools and methodologies
Knowledge of sensors, kill vehicles, and battle management systems
Systems engineering or requirements analysis background
Understanding of space‑based sensing and missile defense policy
Nuclear Weapons Analyst Provides technical analysis and subject‑matter expertise on nuclear weapons systems, stockpile issues, and nuclear deterrence activities. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
In‑depth knowledge of U.S. and foreign nuclear weapons systems
Expertise in nuclear weapons, physical security and safety
Experience in OSD/Joint Staff/interagency settings
Knowledge of international nuclear cooperation
Background in nuclear forensics, survivability, or C‑WMD capabilities
Next Steps These are
pipeline positions only
at this stage. If you are interested in being considered once the contract is awarded, please submit your resume and indicate which role(s) best match your experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted for preliminary screening during the proposal phase, with interviews anticipated closer to the award timeline.
Why Choose Noblis?
Non‑profit science and technology organization that operates with a charter to use science and technology for the public good
Career‑defining work on critical missions that have lasting impact
Strong legacy in shaping and enhancing the national airspace and solving other complex challenges
Technical excellence from our recognized industry experts
Innovative culture with a company‑sponsored research program and collaborative teams
Longevity and growth with nearly 30 years of FAA partnership and innovations throughout the federal government
Exceptional benefits and a Top Employer, with competitive programs for HR benefits, paid time off, education and training, and more.
Required Qualifications
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (Secret or TS/SCI depending on role)
Strong background directly aligned with the technical or analytical specialty area
Experience supporting DoD, interagency, or national security missions is highly desirable
Strong analytical, communication, and writing skills
For some roles, advanced degrees (MS/PhD) are preferred
Desired Qualifications
Experience within the HAF/A10 community.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.
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Total Rewards At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work‑life programs.
Compensation at Noblis The projected compensation range for this position is based on full‑time status: USD $99,800.00 – USD $174,800.00 /Yr.
Posted Salary Range USD $99,800.00 – USD $174,800.00 /Yr.
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Location:
Pentagon, Washington, D.C. (subject to award)
Contract Type:
Proposal Pipeline – Positions contingent upon contract award
Overview We are building a talent pipeline in support of an upcoming A10 contract proposal, with anticipated work beginning in
August 2026 . These positions will support mission‑critical efforts related to Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) operations, nuclear deterrence, counter‑WMD policy, medical/biological defense, and advanced modeling & simulation. Work will be performed on‑site at the Pentagon, pending award. Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearances required for each position.
Biological Defense Analyst Analyzes biological threats, emerging infectious diseases, and countermeasures, supporting national‑security‑focused biological defense initiatives. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Understanding of pathogen detection, characterization, and threat assessment
Proficiency with bioinformatics tools and sequence analysis
Knowledge of biosafety/biosecurity protocols
Experience with select agents, high‑consequence pathogens
Familiarity with biological weapons conventions and intelligence analysis
Programming skills (Python, R)
Biological Scientist Conducts experimental research in biological sciences, supports protocol development, and analyzes complex biological datasets. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Expertise in molecular biology, sequencing, PCR, cell culture
Experience with advanced techniques (NGS, CRISPR, proteomics)
Bioinformatics or data‑analysis tools
Background in infectious diseases, immunology, or genomics
Familiarity with laboratory safety and biosafety protocols
CBRNE Modeling & Simulation Developer Designs and develops computational models and simulations to assess CBRNE threats, predict outcomes, and support decision‑making. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Strong programming skills (Python, C++, Java, MATLAB)
Experience with simulation frameworks or physics engines
Knowledge of numerical methods, fluid dynamics, transport phenomena
Understanding of CBRNE hazards
Experience with HPC, GIS, machine learning, uncertainty quantification
Chemical Defense Analyst Provides chemical threat analysis, supports chemical defense research, and evaluates countermeasures. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Knowledge of chemical agent properties and detection methods
Experience with analytical instrumentation (e.g., GC‑MS, FTIR)
Familiarity with chemical safety and PPE standards
Background in modeling/simulation of chemical threats
Knowledge of chemical weapons conventions and policies
Programming for data analysis/visualization
CWMD Intelligence Analyst Conducts all‑source intelligence analysis focused on WMD threats, proliferation pathways, CBRNE‑related technologies and actors. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Knowledge of WMD technologies and proliferation mechanisms
Experience with intelligence methodologies, tools, and databases
Understanding of global treaties and WMD control regimes
Background in technical CBRNE disciplines
Regional or foreign‑language expertise
CWMD Policy Analyst Supports analysis and development of CWMD policy, strategies, and international frameworks across chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threat environments. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Strong understanding of WMD threats and non‑proliferation regimes
Knowledge of international CWMD and CBRN agreements
Policy analysis, strategic planning, and research expertise
Background in intelligence analysis, export control, or sanctions
Familiarity with international security or diplomatic environments
Foreign language proficiency
Medical Specialist – Chemical & Biological Capabilities Provides medical expertise to support development, evaluation, and implementation of medical countermeasures for chemical and biological threats. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Knowledge of chemical and biological agents’ medical effects
Understanding of MCM development and regulatory pathways
Experience in clinical protocols and treatment guidelines
Background in military medicine, emergency response, or public health
Experience in pharmaceutical/device development
Familiarity with DoD medical programs or consortia
Missile Defense Analyst Analyzes ballistic missile threats, assesses missile defense system performance, and informs policy and acquisition decisions. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
Strong understanding of missile technology and defense architectures
Experience with performance assessment tools and methodologies
Knowledge of sensors, kill vehicles, and battle management systems
Systems engineering or requirements analysis background
Understanding of space‑based sensing and missile defense policy
Nuclear Weapons Analyst Provides technical analysis and subject‑matter expertise on nuclear weapons systems, stockpile issues, and nuclear deterrence activities. This position will support one or many client mission areas in OSD, MDA, JPEO, Army, Air Force, DTRA.
Desired Experience
In‑depth knowledge of U.S. and foreign nuclear weapons systems
Expertise in nuclear weapons, physical security and safety
Experience in OSD/Joint Staff/interagency settings
Knowledge of international nuclear cooperation
Background in nuclear forensics, survivability, or C‑WMD capabilities
Next Steps These are
pipeline positions only
at this stage. If you are interested in being considered once the contract is awarded, please submit your resume and indicate which role(s) best match your experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted for preliminary screening during the proposal phase, with interviews anticipated closer to the award timeline.
Why Choose Noblis?
Non‑profit science and technology organization that operates with a charter to use science and technology for the public good
Career‑defining work on critical missions that have lasting impact
Strong legacy in shaping and enhancing the national airspace and solving other complex challenges
Technical excellence from our recognized industry experts
Innovative culture with a company‑sponsored research program and collaborative teams
Longevity and growth with nearly 30 years of FAA partnership and innovations throughout the federal government
Exceptional benefits and a Top Employer, with competitive programs for HR benefits, paid time off, education and training, and more.
Required Qualifications
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (Secret or TS/SCI depending on role)
Strong background directly aligned with the technical or analytical specialty area
Experience supporting DoD, interagency, or national security missions is highly desirable
Strong analytical, communication, and writing skills
For some roles, advanced degrees (MS/PhD) are preferred
Desired Qualifications
Experience within the HAF/A10 community.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.
EEO is the Law | E-Verify | Right to Work
Total Rewards At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well‑being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work‑life programs.
Compensation at Noblis The projected compensation range for this position is based on full‑time status: USD $99,800.00 – USD $174,800.00 /Yr.
Posted Salary Range USD $99,800.00 – USD $174,800.00 /Yr.
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