Operations Research Analyst — Defense Modeling & Simulation

Radiance Technologies; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Radiance Technologies is seeking an Operations Research Analyst to join the Enhanced Modeling and Simulation team in support of DoD stakeholders. You will design and run advanced simulation experiments, apply Monte Carlo methods, and model complex systems using Python, R, VBA, or MATLAB.

Strong data analysis and communication skills are required to translate findings into actionable recommendations. You will collaborate with engineers, scientists, and management across defense, energy, health,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in operations research, data analysis, or mathematical modeling.
• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research or a related field.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Experience designing simulation experiments to minimize compute time.
• Proficiency in Python, R, VBA, or MATLAB.
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• Strong communication to present technical findings clearly.
• Collaborative mindset across defense, energy, health, transportation, and more.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute simulation experiments that minimize compute time and maximize actionable insights.
• Apply Monte Carlo methods and statistical techniques to real-world scenarios.
• Model systems and operations using Python, R, VBA, or MATLAB.
• Define data requirements, analyze datasets, and build recommendations to inform key decisions.
• Validate models and adapt to evolving goals.
• Develop and apply tools such as PERT networks for large projects.
• Create detailed reports and visualizations for leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and management across domains including defense and energy.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Ambiguity tolerance

Monte Carlo methods experience

Simulation experimentation design

Data analysis

Modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research or related field

Tools

Python

R

VBA

MATLAB

PERT networks

Job description

Radiance Technologies is seeking an Operations Research Analyst to join the Enhanced Modeling and Simulation team in support of DoD stakeholders. You will design and run advanced simulation experiments, apply Monte Carlo methods, and model complex systems using Python, R, VBA, or MATLAB.

Strong data analysis and communication skills are required to translate findings into actionable recommendations. You will collaborate with engineers, scientists, and management across defense, energy, health,