Operations Research Analyst

The role

You will formulate and apply mathematical modeling, analytical techniques, and optimization methods to support management decision-making. You will collect and evaluate data to develop decision-support products and provide analytical insights for the SCMS Division.

What you will do

• Formulate and apply mathematical models, optimization techniques, and analytical methods.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and evaluate data.
• Develop decision-support software, services, tools, and/or products.
• Develop and apply analytical methodologies, frameworks, and approaches.
• Analyze operational, programmatic, and technical data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and provide optimal time, cost, resource, or logistics networks.
• Apply operations research techniques to evaluate alternatives and support resource allocation.
• Translate analytical results into clear recommendations for management and stakeholders.
• Support the development of analytical models and tools.
• Collaborate with technical, programmatic, and Government stakeholders.

Required qualifications

• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; OR an Associate’s degree plus 4 additional years of experience related to the position’s duties; OR 6 additional y
• Experience applying analytical, mathematical, statistical, operations research, or optimization techniques to support organizational or program objectives.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to support decision-making.
• Ability to develop and apply analytical methodologies, frameworks, and approaches to address complex problems.
• Ability to translate analytical findings into clear, actionable information for management and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with technical, programmatic, and Government stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting Department of Defense or other Government programs.
• Experience with mathematical modeling, optimization, simulation, forecasting, or other operations research techniques.
• Experience developing decision-support tools, software, services, or analytical products.
• Experience developing time, cost, resource, or logistics models and networks.
• Experience with data visualization and analytical reporting tools.
• Experience developing analytical frameworks and methodologies for complex organizational or program requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex analytical concepts and findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience supporting data-sharing, collaboration, and net-centric information environments.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Financial benefits
• Well-being benefits

Before you apply

• Only candidates who currently reside within a reasonable commuting distance to job location (50 miles) will be considered.

About the company

ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. They provide thought leadership for complex issues through independent analysis and deliver practical, useful solutions.