DoD-Ready Operations Research Analyst

ANSER; Saint Inigoes Shores (MD); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

ANSER is seeking an Operations Research Analyst to support NAWCAD, Webster Outlying Field, SCMS Division. You will formulate mathematical models and optimization methods to support management decision‑making and policy formulation.

Responsibilities include data collection and evaluation, developing decision‑support software, and translating analytics into actionable management insights. Hybrid work schedule and DoD collaboration are key aspects of this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; OR an Associates degree plus 4 additional years of experience related to the positions duties; OR 6 additional years of experience related to the positions duties in lieu of a degree.
• 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and apply mathematical models, optimization techniques, and analytical methods to support management decision‑making and policy formulation.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and evaluate data to develop actionable insights and decision‑support information.
• Develop decision‑support software, services, tools, and/or products to address program and Division requirements.
• Develop and apply analytical methodologies, frameworks, and approaches to address complex Division objectives and drive measurable results.
• Analyze operational, programmatic, and technical data to identify trends, relationships, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop and provide optimal time, cost, resource, or logistics networks to support program evaluation, review, planning, or implementation.
• Apply operations research techniques to evaluate alternatives and support effective resource allocation and mission planning.
• Translate analytical results into clear recommendations and decision‑support information for management and stakeholders.
• Support the development of analytical models and tools that improve program planning, evaluation, and implementation.
• Reinforce Division information‑sharing objectives by supporting an environment focused on net‑centricity, data sharing, collaboration, and effective use of information.
• Develop methodologies and analytical approaches that promote consistent, repeatable, and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Collaborate with technical, programmatic, and Government stakeholders to understand requirements and develop appropriate analytical solutions.
• Prepare analytical products, reports, visualizations, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities to improve analytical processes, information sharing, and decision‑support capabilities.

Skills

Analytical techniques

Mathematical modeling

Operations research

Data analysis

Communication of findings

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Associates degree + 4 years experience

6+ years experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

Decision-support software

Data visualization tools

Analytical reporting tools

Job description

ANSER is seeking an Operations Research Analyst to support NAWCAD, Webster Outlying Field, SCMS Division. You will formulate mathematical models and optimization methods to support management decision‑making and policy formulation.

Responsibilities include data collection and evaluation, developing decision‑support software, and translating analytics into actionable management insights. Hybrid work schedule and DoD collaboration are key aspects of this role.