Applied Research Mathematician

The Swift Group, LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 49,996 - 290,004; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Financial benefits

Retirement benefits

Education benefits

Time-off benefits

Job summary

An innovative consulting firm in Maryland is seeking an Applied Research Mathematician who will be responsible for applying advanced mathematics to solve complex problems. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with substantial advanced mathematics coursework and relevant experience in algorithm development. This role supports mission-driven analysis and requires an analytical mindset. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including healthcare and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in developing mathematical models and solving complex problems.
• Experience includes algorithm development and application of mathematical methods.
• Degree must have 24 credit hours in advanced mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply mathematical methods to solve a variety of complex problems.
• Leverage advanced mathematics and modeling techniques for research efforts.
• Work requires rigorous mathematical reasoning and analytic techniques.

Skills

Mathematical modeling

Algorithm development

Analytic problem-solving

Advanced mathematics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

For the OPS Consulting team, “the power to help” means helping our clients, serving the mission, supporting our employees and their families, and contributing to the community. Headquartered in Hanover, MD, OPS Consulting has over two decades of experience specializing in the most mission‑critical operations. We are thought leaders and innovators. The ingenuity of our developers, engineers, cyber experts, linguists, and analysts is dedicated to empowering our clients, fulfilling The Mission, and remaining trusted leaders and advisers in national security and technology solutions.

We are looking for an Applied Research Mathematician to join a growing team in Annapolis Junction.

The Applied Research Mathematician will plan, develop, coordinate, and perform work involving the development and application of mathematical methods to solve complex problems across a variety of subject areas. Work requires applying rigorous mathematical reasoning, analytic techniques, and efficient problem‑solving approaches to produce logically sound and defensible results.

This role will leverage advanced mathematics, algorithm development, and modeling techniques to support mission‑driven analysis and research efforts.

Responsibilities

• Experience with mathematical modeling, algorithm development, and analytic problem‑solving.
• Strong foundation in advanced mathematics, including discrete mathematics, linear algebra, probability, and statistics.
• Ability to apply mathematical methods to real‑world problems in a research or applied setting.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to rigor, accuracy, and logical consistency.

Requirements

Level 2

• 5 years of relevant experience in the design, development, use, and evaluation of mathematical models, methods, and/or techniques (e.g., algorithm development) to study issues and solve problems.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Degree must include at least 24 credit hours of advanced mathematics.

Level 3

• 8 years of relevant experience in the design, development, use, and evaluation of mathematical models, methods, and/or techniques (e.g., algorithm development) to study issues and solve problems.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Degree must include at least 24 credit hours of advanced mathematics.

Level 4

• 11 years of relevant experience in the design, development, use, and evaluation of mathematical models, methods, and/or techniques (e.g., algorithm development) to study issues and solve problems.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Degree must include at least 24 credit hours of advanced mathematics.
• US citizenship and an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance required.

The Swift Group and Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Pay Range

$49,996.80 – $290,004.00. Pay ranges are a general guideline and not intended as a guaranteed and/or implied final compensation or salary for this job opening. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several different factors including, but not limited to: level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, work experience, education, certifications, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates.

Benefits

At The Swift Group and Subsidiaries, you will receive comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time‑off benefits.