Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist - Onsite, National Capital Region

BluePath Labs; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-sponsored healthcare

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

12 holidays per year

Job summary

BluePath Labs in Arlington, VA, is seeking a Technical Specialist to support Navy's S&T investments through experimentation planning and operational analysis. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in engineering or related fields, plus 10 years of relevant experience. The role involves developing Data Collection Plans, performing technical analyses, and producing detailed reports for senior stakeholders. Benefits include employer-sponsored healthcare, 401(k) with match, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience conducting technical analysis, experimentation, and operational assessment for DoD or Navy S&T programs.
• Ability to deliver technical reports and analysis to senior stakeholders.
• Expertise in experimentation planning and wargaming.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Data Collection and Analysis Plans for operational experimentation.
• Conduct technical and cost-benefit analyses of proposed technologies.
• Prepare and deliver weekly technical status reports documenting progress.

Skills

Experimentation planning

Operations research

Technical analysis

Modeling and simulation

Wargaming

Strong communications skills

Education

Master's degree in engineering, operations research, applied mathematics, or physical sciences

Job description

Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist

Location: ONR Global, Arlington, VA | Clearance: Top Secret

NOTE: This position is contingent upon contract award. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to include in our proposal for an upcoming government contract. Applicants selected may be contacted for further steps if the contract is awarded.

Work Description

The Technical Specialist provides experimentation planning, operational analysis, and technical evaluation services to ONR Global's Experimentation & Analysis (E&A) Department. The role supports leadership decision‑making regarding Navy S&T investments. All work performed under this role is documented through required Weekly Status Reports, Monthly Status Reports, and Monthly Financial Status Reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Data Collection and Analysis Plans (DCAPs) for all Technology Operational Experimentation Events (TOEEs) and associated Key Performance Parameters (KPPs).
• Design and apply mathematical and analytical models to assess technology performance in operational scenarios within ±20% accuracy.
• Conduct technical and cost‑benefit analyses of proposed E&A technologies to assess affordability and alignment with government future‑year planning budgets.
• Analyze E&A project portfolios to determine alignment with Naval Science & Technology focus areas and quantify the percentage of priorities aligned with strategic guidance.
• Identify and assess future E&A technology needs that no longer align with Naval Research Enterprise (NRE) strategic direction and provide analytical recommendations.
• Prepare and deliver weekly technical status reports, documenting progress, findings, and planned activities for E&A‑funded efforts.
• Document technical work and associated resource usage in Monthly Status Reports and Monthly Financial Status Reports, as required.
• Present and represent E&A technical data and project results at Program Officer Portfolio Reviews and Naval Research Enterprise (NRE) Technical Exchange Sessions.
• Represent E&A priorities and analyses at planning sessions, ONR Global team meetings, and other forums requiring E&A technical input.

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in engineering, operations research, applied mathematics, or physical sciences plus 10 years of experience conducting technical analysis, experimentation, and operational assessment for DoD or Navy S&T programs. (Bachelor's degree with extensive experience considered.)
• Expertise in experimentation planning, modeling and simulation, operations research, and wargaming.
• Ability to deliver technical reports and analysis to senior stakeholders.

Desired

• Strong communications skills; familiarity with Naval Research & Development Establishment roles and functions.
• Experience conducting portfolio‑level technical and cost analysis to support senior S&T investment decisions.

Benefits

BluePath Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package, including employer‑sponsored healthcare, lifestyle & wellness reimbursement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), tuition reimbursement, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off for vacation / sick leave, in addition to 12 holidays per calendar year.

BluePath Labs is an equal opportunity employer.