Supervisory Operations Research Analyst

The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) at Los Angeles Air Force Base California is searching for a Supervisory Operations Research Analyst (NHGS 12/13 equivalent).

Description:
This is a supervisory position requiring subject matter expertise across cost estimation earned value management as well as leadership and management of both individuals and teams. You will lead a team to develop and deliver high quality data driven and defendable analysis for weapons systems/programs acquired for and managed by the this role you will communicate the analysis of you and your team to senior leaders/peers and must tailor messaging to the relevant audience.

You will resolve complex challenges and lead cross functional teams that are geographically separated. Further you will be responsible for reviewing all products for accuracy completeness and compliance prior to delivery to customers and decision makers.

As an expert you will guide and perform the application evaluation and administration of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) systems and data. You will lead and advise on contractor performance measurement systems and reports contract cost and schedule performance financial reporting requirements as well as generate and deliver briefings. You will advise and consult senior USSF leaders in program management and finance on the viability of programs given challenging resourcing constraints.

You will lead and advise on estimates or projects that include but are not limited to: Sufficiency Reviews Independent Government Estimates Program Office Estimates (POE) Single Best Estimates (SBE) Service Cost Positions (SCP) Non-Advocate Cost Assessments (NACA) risk analysis excursions economic analysis and Cost Analysis Requirement Document (CARD). You will provide inputs to support the Budgetary process and all acquisition milestones/events.

You will continuously provide recommendations to maximize the use of scarce resources internal to the cost estimating team including (manpower funding or other material resources) in order to drive efficiency effectiveness and productivity.

As an operations research analyst you will lead the development and implementation of analysis mathematical models computer programs to evaluate data and provide decision makers with analytics to inform decision making. You will lead or be actively engaged in meetings conferences briefings and seminars related to program planning advanced technologies and support system concepts.

You will accomplish professional development and maintain technical proficiency through professional interaction with technical and professional societies associations academia symposia contractors and research & development organizations.

An ideal candidate for this role will be a proactive and analytical leader with a proven track record of performing cost estimating and earned value management for DoD Weapon Systems or Space Programs at a GS-13 level or equivalent. This extensive experience is supported by a strong educational foundation such as a degree in operations research or at least 24 semester hours in quantitative fields including mathematics statistics and calculus. A highly organized self-starter this individual excels at building collaborative relationships with both subordinates and peers demonstrating excellent communication skills and a sharp focus on stakeholder needs. They are an adaptable team player eager to learn and drive results with a DoD Financial Management Certification being a notable advantage.

Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of a broad range of operations research analysis techniques and possession of analytical abilities.
2. Knowledge of quantitative techniques and methods used to develop adapt modify and apply models to resolve problems or define and clarify alternative solutions.
3. Skill to negotiate and/or defend findings and program support concepts.
4. Ability to lead study teams and originate new ideas project and methodologies; and execute projects and/or studies within established financial and/or time constraints.
5. Ability to develop and utilize appropriate data collection techniques and design build and use models and simulation techniques.
6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relations.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Eligible for situational telework only including Emergency and OPM prescribed Unscheduled Telework.
• PCS may be authorized and paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements may be found at: be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
• Polygraph: Employee is subject to periodic polygraph examinations.
• This position has been designated for drug testing. Incumbent is subject to random urinalysis testing as a condition of employment.
• This is a Supervisory position being filled.
• Required to handle and safeguard classified or sensitive information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
• May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• Employee must within 30-days of assuming this position and by 31 October annually thereafter file an OGE-450 Confidential Financial Disclosure Report.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• This is a Financial Management Level 2 Certified position IAW the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2012 Public Law 112-81 Subtitle F-Financial Management Section 1599d.
• This position is designated a Critical APDP position.
• Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments.
• This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications whichever comes first.
• Incentive may be authorized.

Qualifications

The 1515 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed addition to the above requirements you can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 4th section titled Professional and Scientific Positions.