Senior Research Specialist
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BryceTech is seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Specialist to support our client the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S)) at the Department of Defense. This role requires deep expertise in defense policy acquisition and sustainment with a proven ability to lead complex research initiatives supporting senior decisionmakers. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional analytical communication and leadership skills to drive missioncritical outcomes in a dynamic policy environment.
Customer Background Information: The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSD(A&S)) serves as the principal advisor to the Secretary and Deputy Secretary of Defense on all matters related to acquisition sustainment logistics industrial policy and defense procurement across the Department of Defense (DoD). OUSD(A&S) is responsible for developing implementing and overseeing policies that enable the delivery of defense capabilities effectively efficiently and affordably in support of national security objectives.
OUSD(A&S) leads initiatives to modernize acquisition processes strengthen the defense industrial base promote innovation and ensure the lifecycle sustainment of military systems. The office also provides oversight of key areas including supply chain resilience operational energy environmental and safety compliance and materiel readiness to maintain military effectiveness and global competitiveness.
Minimum Knowledge and Description of the work:
- Proficiency with tools like SPSS R Python (pandas NumPy) or SAS for designing studies analyzing datasets and interpreting statistical results.
- Experience with SQL or database platforms like Microsoft Access MySQL or PostgreSQL to organize retrieve and manage research data efficiently.
- Skilled in using qualitative and quantitative research methods including survey design (e.g. Qualtrics SurveyMonkey) literature reviews and citation management tools like EndNote or Zotero.
- Lead and provide technical guidance and direction for multiple highcomplexity research projects aligned with OUSD(A&S) objectives.
- Conduct indepth qualitative and quantitative research on defense acquisition and sustainment topics.
- Synthesize complex technical policy and programmatic information into actionable insights.
- Draft white papers decision memos policy briefs and presentations for senior DoD stakeholders.
- Support strategic initiatives related to defense industrial base innovation and modernization.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams across DoD and interagency partners.
- Track and assess emerging technologies and trends impacting defense acquisition.
- Provide expertlevel input on acquisition reform supply chain resilience and lifecycle sustainment.
Qualifications :
- Minimum of ten (10) years of specialized in DOD policy product support and logistics.
- BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university masters degree preferred.
- Executive level support experience experience within DoD and other federal agencies.
- Experience in leading and providing technical guidance and direction involving multiple projects of high complexity.
- Exceptional interpersonal written and verbal communication abilities.
- Must have outstanding customer service abilities to initiative judgement creativity flexibility and confidence.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced dynamic environment.
- Demonstrate high level of professionalism tact discretion and diplomacy when interacting with senior executives and Pentagon staff.
- Must have the ability to multitask across multiple projects.
- Positive proactive team player who thrives in a fastpaced highstakes environment.
Educational Requirements: BA/BS from an accredited college or university masters degree preferred
Experience Requirements: 10 years of relative experience
Additional Information :
Must posses Active TS/SCI security clearance.
This position is subject to contract award.
BryceTech offers a full range of benefits including competitive salary a comprehensive health plan including dental and vision coverage companypaid life & disability insurance policies 401(k) plan with company match and an educational reimbursement program.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
