Operations Research Analyst — Data-Driven Defense Strategy

Archer; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer, in collaboration with MANTECH, seeks an Operations Research Analyst to join our team in Tampa, FL. The role applies quantitative and qualitative analysis to decision-making, developing probability models, simulations, optimizations, and economic models.

Responsibilities include building models in R/Python, producing data visualizations, and supporting senior leaders with analytic insights. An active Secret clearance is required with the ability to obtain/maintain TS/SCI.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience preparing written products for senior leaders in a professional setting.
• Experience applying both quantitative and qualitative analysis and scientific methodology.
• Proficiency in programming using R or Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas) and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Using statistical analysis, simulations, predictive modeling to analyze information in support of USSOCOM processes and decision-making.
• Framing complex problems with analytic and operational design methodologies to aid leaders.
• Providing analytical support involving mathematical modeling, statistical methods, and game theory and probability.
• Transforming raw data into information and recommendations using qualitative and quantitative tests.
• Designing and implementing algorithms to solve complex problems using R, Python or similar languages.
• Utilizing Spark and Hadoop for large-scale data processing and creating data visualizations with Tableau or Power BI.
• Applying systems thinking to facilitate force employment and resourcing decisions across levels.
• Supporting studies, wargames, and modeling efforts to assist decision makers.
• Refining methods to display data so leaders grasp key findings quickly.

Skills

R/Python programming

Data visualization

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative analysis

Written communication

Education

Master's degree in OR/Math/IE/Statistics

Bachelor's + 4 years OR experience

Tools

NumPy

SciPy

Pandas

Tableau

Power BI

R Shiny

Job description

Archer, in collaboration with MANTECH, seeks an Operations Research Analyst to join our team in Tampa, FL. The role applies quantitative and qualitative analysis to decision-making, developing probability models, simulations, optimizations, and economic models.

Responsibilities include building models in R/Python, producing data visualizations, and supporting senior leaders with analytic insights. An active Secret clearance is required with the ability to obtain/maintain TS/SCI.