Operations Research Analyst

Booz Allen Hamilton; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an experienced Operations Research Analyst to support federal programs, build data-driven models, and communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders. You will work within modeling, simulation, data analytics, and predictive analytics teams to improve program efficiency and deliver mission-focused outcomes.

The role emphasizes applied statistics, optimization techniques, and cross-functional collaboration with industry experts.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience supporting the federal government.
• Experience with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
• Experience with data analytics.
• Knowledge of cross-functional team coordination.
• Ability to advance strategic priorities and deliver mission-focused outcomes.
• Top Secret clearance.
• Master's degree.
• Experience with an S & T data analytics team (nice to have).
• Knowledge of DHS components (nice to have).
• TS/SCI clearance (nice to have).
• Doctorate degree (nice to have).

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, prepare graphs and charts, and analyze and interpret programmatic or cost data such as life cycle cost models and estimates.
• Develop documents, models, and briefings to present results and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Participate in program meetings to improve program efficiency.
• Devise modeling and measuring techniques using mathematics, statistics, engineering methods, and other scientific principles.
• Develop technologies and concepts that advance law enforcement, emergency management, and border security.

Skills

Data analytics

Cross-functional coordination

Statistical methods

Modeling techniques

Education

Master's degree

Doctorate degree

Job description

As an operations analyst, you're passionate about exploring the root cause of an issue and then analyzing, reporting, and developing recommendations for a creative solution. We need an experience d research analyst like you to help us solve complex problems for our clients. On our modeling, simulation, data analytics, and immersive and predictive modeling team, you'll evaluate data assessment strategies and communicate technical solutions to non-technical audience to deliver solutions.

You won't go at it alone, you'll work alongside industry experts and teammates to conduct research, prepare graphs and charts, and analyze and interpret programmatic or cost data such as life cycle cost models and estimate, review cost models, cost and benefit analysis, and research studies. Once documented, you'll develop documents, models, and briefings to present results, collaborate with stakeholders, and participate in various program meetings to improve program efficiency.

In this role, you'll use your passion for analytics and statistics to devise modeling and measuring techniques utilizing mathematics, statistical met hods, engineering met hods, operational mathematics techniques, and other principles and laws of scientific and economic disciplines.

Use your operations research knowledge to develop technologies and concepts that advance law enforcement, emergency management, and border security.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

10+ years of experience supporting the federal government

Experience with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Experience with data analytics

Knowledge of cross-functional team coordination

Ability to advance strategic priorities and deliver mission-focused outcomes

Nice If You Have:

Experience with an S & T data analytics team

Knowledge of DHS components

Ability to develop and execute cross-functional teams

TS/SCI clearance

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; Top Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Job Number: R0246207

Operations Research Analyst

The Opportunity:

As an operations analyst, you're passionate about exploring the root cause of an issue and then analyzing, reporting, and developing recommendations for a creative solution. We need an experience d research analyst like you to help us solve complex problems for our clients. On our modeling, simulation, data analytics, and immersive and predictive modeling team, you'll evaluate data assessment strategies and communicate technical solutions to non-technical audience to deliver solutions.

You won't go at it alone, you'll work alongside industry experts and teammates to conduct research, prepare graphs and charts, and analyze and interpret programmatic or cost data such as life cycle cost models and estimate, review cost models, cost and benefit analysis, and research studies. Once documented, you'll develop documents, models, and briefings to present results, collaborate with stakeholders, and participate in various program meetings to improve program efficiency.

In this role, you'll use your passion for analytics and statistics to devise modeling and measuring techniques utilizing mathematics, statistical met hods, engineering met hods, operational mathematics techniques, and other principles and laws of scientific and economic disciplines.

Use your operations research knowledge to develop technologies and concepts that advance law enforcement, emergency management, and border security.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 10+ years of experience supporting the federal government

• Experience with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

• Experience with data analytics

• Knowledge of cross-functional team coordination

• Ability to advance strategic priorities and deliver mission-focused outcomes

• Top Secret clearance

• Master's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with an S & T data analytics team

• Knowledge of DHS components

• Ability to develop and execute cross-functional teams

• TS/SCI clearance

• Doctorate degree

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; Top Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.