Navy Warfighting Analysis

Heartland Consulting

Norfolk VA Full Time

Heartland Consulting is seeking a highly qualified Senior Operations Research Analyst to support Navy warfighting analysis modeling and decision-making. This Key Personnel role applies advanced mathematical statistical and computational methods to complex naval operational problems. The analyst will develop evaluate and present recommendations supporting senior Navy and Joint decision-making on fleet readiness systems deployment and capability development. The role requires deep expertise in operations research optimization stochastic modeling simulation and systems analysis along with experience in Navy operations.

• Formulate and conduct quantitative analyses supporting Navy warfighting capability studies modeling and experimentation.
• Apply mathematical modeling stochastic processes optimization and simulation techniques to operational problem sets.
• Conduct statistical analysis including data collection data cleaning and probability-based decision modeling.
• Employ algorithms and advanced computational tools such as Python MATLAB R and C for simulation and predictive modeling.
• Develop stochastic models including Markov chains Poisson processes queueing models and renewal processes to evaluate operational performance and risks.
• Perform optimization studies for resource allocation force structure and mission support planning.
• Integrate systems analysis concepts into studies of fleet deployment mission requirements and operational effectiveness.
• Develop and deliver written reports decision briefs and oral presentations for Navy and DoD leadership.
• Support the preparation of technical documentation white papers and analytic justifications for Navy decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional Navy and DoD teams on mission engineering systems assessments and capability integration.

• Bachelors degree in Operations Research Operations Analysis Mathematics Statistics or a related field. A masters degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience applying operations research methods to defense-related problems with emphasis on Navy warfighting analysis.
• Proven expertise in stochastic modeling optimization simulation and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency in computational tools and programming languages such as Python MATLAB R or C.
• Ability to conduct independent research and present findings in clear concise formats to senior leaders.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is mandatory.
• Preferred: Experience with Navy fleet operations systems deployment analysis or mission effectiveness studies.
• Preferred: Knowledge of DoD analytic methodologies and decision frameworks.
• Preferred: Familiarity with systems engineering cost-benefit analysis and risk-benefit analysis for operational challenges.
• Preferred: Publication or presentation record in operations research applied mathematics or defense analysis.
• Preferred: Proficiency in advanced statistical packages and simulation platforms.
• Highly desirable: Defense Acquisition University (DAU) coursework in Operations Research and Systems Analysis.
• Highly desirable: Formal Navy or Joint professional military education in warfighting operations analysis or systems integration.
• Highly desirable: Certifications in data science advanced analytics or simulation modeling

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