Aviation Operations Research Engineer: NAS Optimization

Advanced Management Technology, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech AMT is seeking an Operations Research Engineer to support a nationwide FAA project and optimize NAS deconfliction planning. You will build quantitative models, analyze data, and collaborate with FAA stakeholders to improve air traffic efficiency.

The successful candidate will have a BS in engineering or related field and 10+ years in OR/engineering roles, with strong data modeling and analytical capabilities for complex aerospace systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field.
• At least 10 years of professional experience as an Operations Research Analyst or Engineer.
• Strong quantitative evaluation experience.
• Deep knowledge of OR procedures and methodologies.
• Ability to translate technical data into actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
• Experience in data collection and modeling.
• Flexible schedule for FAA project demands (nights/weekends).

Responsibilities

• Apply Operations Research to optimize NAS strategic deconfliction plan.
• Collaborate with FAA stakeholders and industry partners to obtain data.
• Support business process design for strategic deconfliction of air traffic.
• Analyze historical data and interview stakeholders to identify bottlenecks.
• Evaluate software used for deconfliction of air traffic.
• Build quantitative Operational Research models to evaluate scenarios.
• Operate analytical models for long-range and same-day planning.
• Support FAA staff training on new traffic flow management program.
• Document lessons learned and opportunities for process improvement.
• Provide expertise in design, development, and analysis of FAA products/systems.
• Schedules may shift to 24x7 coverage as needed.

Skills

Operations Research

Data Analysis

Quantitative Modeling

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Job description

Tetra Tech AMT is seeking an Operations Research Engineer to support a nationwide FAA project and optimize NAS deconfliction planning. You will build quantitative models, analyze data, and collaborate with FAA stakeholders to improve air traffic efficiency.

The successful candidate will have a BS in engineering or related field and 10+ years in OR/engineering roles, with strong data modeling and analytical capabilities for complex aerospace systems.