National Security Modeling & Simulation Analyst

RAND; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Savings plan

Paid time-off

Sabbatical pay

Job summary

RAND is seeking analysts with expertise in modeling and simulation to address critical policy challenges and contribute to impactful research in national security policy. This role involves developing and applying simulation tools, communicating results, and working with multidisciplinary teams to inform decision-makers.

Location options include Washington, DC; Santa Monica, CA; Pittsburgh, PA. A master’s degree (or bachelor’s with 5+ years) is required, along with US security clearance

Qualifications

• Experience with modeling and simulation to address complex technical, operational, or policy problems.
• Strong analytic capabilities and ability to communicate results clearly in writing and verbally.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, apply, and analyze outputs of modeling/simulation tools to examine systems, assess alternatives, evaluate risks, and inform decisions.

Skills

Modeling & Simulation

Education

Master's degree or higher in engineering / operations research / applied mathematics / physical sciences / computer science / data science

Job description

RAND is seeking analysts with expertise in modeling and simulation to address critical policy challenges and contribute to impactful research in national security policy. This role involves developing and applying simulation tools, communicating results, and working with multidisciplinary teams to inform decision-makers.

Location options include Washington, DC; Santa Monica, CA; Pittsburgh, PA. A master’s degree (or bachelor’s with 5+ years) is required, along with US security clearance