Operations Research Analyst
Operations Research Analyst
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Job Description
Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity unique challenges and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Joint Office of the Secretary of Defense Interagency Division (JOID) provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense Federal Civilian and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.
JOID assists the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) in developing leading edge technologies to counter WMD in support of Combatant Commands (CCMDs) and transitioning these technologies to military services CCMDs. SPA provides expertise across the full range of chemical biological radiological nuclear and high-yield explosives (CBRNE) WMD Counter Improvised Threat and Countering Threat Network technologies to support understanding detection identification characterization denial control disabling defeating disposing safeguarding the force managing consequences and test and evaluation in support of military and civilian operations.
We have a near-term need for an Operations Research Analyst to provide onsite support out of SPAs Lorton VA facility (near Fort Belvoir).
Responsibilities
The candidate will apply expertise in Chem-Bio (CB) data collection and modeling with a proven track record of advising and assisting in the development of Statements of Work (SOW) for CB data collection trials to support algorithm development. Apply a strong understanding of key indicators and their combinations to inform effective experimentation design. Advise on the exploration monitoring and analysis of technologies within warfighter chemical and biological threat experimentations. The candidate will conduct studies prepare comprehensive reports and documentation to clearly communicate recommendations and conclusions and develop and apply models to resolve problems and define alternative solutions. Analyze and interpret operations research rules and procedures identify significant factors and relationships gather pertinent data and recommend solutions to senior personnel. The candidate will prepare thorough analyses and documentation considering all alternative approaches collect and analyze data for trends and metrics maintain historical records design and conduct assessments of processes and projects and conduct cost-effectiveness and cost-benefit analyses.
Travel will be required 10-25% of the time.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelors degree in Operations Research Mathematics or relevant technical field
- 5 years experience in an Operations Research metrics and analysis
- Professional knowledge of a wide range of principles concepts and practices of analysis to apply scientific methods and techniques to analyze systems processes and/or operational problems and procedures to accomplish essential job functions listed above
- Active DoD Secret Clearance with ability to attain Top Secret
Desired:
- Masters degree in Operations Research Mathematics Chemical Sciences or Biological Sciences
- Former Military ORS/ORSA Officer
- Proven experience analyzing data to produce reports and recommendations on improving processes efficiency for U.S. Military Projects
- Knowledge of and/or experience with DTRA and Chemical/Biological Defense Program
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
