Deputy Mission Engineering Study Analyst

ZipRecruiter; Stafford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense technology company located in the UK is seeking a professional to provide technical support to the Office of Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering. The role involves conducting mission analysis, leading cross-functional teams, and utilizing modeling and simulation tools. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 15 years of experience in operations research and mission engineering. This position offers comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401K Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience, including specific roles in operations research and mission engineering.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and communicating findings to diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for mission engineering activities.
• Conduct operational analysis to inform capability development.
• Lead teams on complex engineering problems.
• Develop terms of references and analyze mission architectures.

Skills

Operations research

Mission engineering

Systems engineering

Operational analysis

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Operations Research, Statistics, Computer Science, Management Science, or Physics

Tools

Mission modeling tools (e.g., CAMEO, AFSIM)

Job description

Job Description

Provide technical support to the Office of Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)) to conduct rigorous mission engineering activities. These activities aim to identify and prioritize investments in capabilities that meet current and future warfighting needs, close warfighting gaps, and enable Joint Force interoperability and integration. Utilize modeling and simulation (M&S) tools and advanced techniques to develop and analyze critical Joint Mission Engineering Threads (METs) / "Kill Webs" in operational scenarios, facilitating informed technology investment decisions by DoD leaders.

Roles/Responsibilities:

• Experience in operations research focusing on mission engineering, systems engineering, or operational analysis.
• Conduct operational or mission analysis and trade-off studies to inform capability development, system design, and technology investments, including maturation of concepts of operations (CONOPS) or concepts of employment (CONEMPS).
• Lead or deputy role managing cross-functional teams analyzing complex engineering and operational problems.
• Communicate complex technical findings effectively to senior leadership, technical or operational experts, and non-technical stakeholders.
• Develop and execute terms of references for analyses or studies; analyze mission architectures/threads; understand mission modeling tools (e.g., CAMEO, AFSIM); interpret M&S outputs; prepare briefings and strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate with Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Military Services, Intelligence Community, or Office of Secretary of Defense organizations.

Required Skills and Education:

• Minimum 15 years of experience, including:
• 7 years in operations research related to mission engineering, systems engineering, or operational analysis.
• 5 years conducting operational or mission analysis and trade-off studies.
• 5 years in leadership or deputy roles managing cross-functional teams.
• 5 years of experience communicating technical findings to diverse stakeholders.
• 3 years developing and executing terms of references, analyzing mission architectures/threads, understanding mission modeling tools, interpreting M&S outputs, or preparing strategic briefings.
• 3 years working with Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, Military Services, Intelligence Community, or OSD organizations.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Operations Research, Statistics, Computer Science, Management Science, Physics, or relevant Military Training/Planning certification.

Security Clearance:

• TS/SCI

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

JRAD is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.