Operations Research Analyst (EMSO)

Air Force Civilian Service; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 113,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation

Recruitment incentives

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) seeks an Operations Research Analyst at Robins AFB, GA to lead assessment efforts across electronic warfare, spectrum operations, and signature in the EM spectrum. You will mentor military analysts and coordinate with intel, rated, and engineer teams to build pipelines and tools for predictive, near-real-time, and retroactive analyses.

The role requires solid experience in operations research and related engineering disciplines, with a strong focus on analytical

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Master’s degree in a technical field is highly desired; transcripts must be included.
• Position requires eligibility for SCI access and favorable suitability.

Responsibilities

• Mentor military analysts and collaborate with intel, rated, and engineering teams to develop assessment processes, training, and standard products.
• Research ops and intel data feeds from multiple areas of responsibility and develop pipelines and tools for near-real-time support or retroactive assessment.

Skills

Operations Research

Operations Analyst

ORSA

FA49

Campaign Planner

Joint Planner

Operational Planner

Flight Test Analyst

Flight Test Engineer

Systems Engineer

Performance Analyst

Information Warfare Planner

STO Planner

J39 Planner

Education

Master's degree in technical field

Job description

As civilians, we share the same responsibility and passion as those in uniform — driving innovation, building the systems that protect our nation, and meeting every challenge with purpose. The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for an Operations Research Analyst (GS-1515-13) to work at Robins AFB, GA. 17 EWS is a unit standing up to assess electronic warfare and spectrum operations at the integrated level, including EW effects on the enemy, interference on friendly systems, and friendly signature in the EM spectrum. You’ll do this predictively in support of plans, near-real-time in support of ops, or as a traditional retroactive assessment to find areas of improvement. As our senior analyst, you’ll mentor our military analysts & work with intel, rated, and engineer teams to develop our assessment processes, training, standard products, etc. while researching ops & intel data feeds from multiple AORs and developing pipelines & tools.

Skills desired: Operations Research, Operations Analyst, ORSA, FA49, Campaign Planner, Joint Planner, Operational Planner, Flight Test Analyst & Flight Test Engineer, Systems Engineer, Performance Analyst, Information Warfare Planner, STO Planner, J39 Planner.

Experience: 3-5 years desired experience.

Incentives: Relocation and/or recruitment may be offered.

Salary: $112,556 - $146,325

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Education requirements: At a minimum, qualification requirements stipulated by the US Office of Personnel Management for the 1515 occupational series must be met. TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE INCLUDED. A master’s degree in a technical related field is highly desired. For further info about the 1515 series: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1500/operations-research-series-1515/
• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A nondisclosure agreement must be signed. A favorable suitability determination is required before appointment.
• This position has been designated as an acquisition position and is covered by the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP). The employee must meet or be capable of meeting Defense Acquisition Work Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification requirements applicable to the career category designated on the position description within 24 months of assignment or secure an approved waiver. The employee must meet 80 hours of continuous learning requirements within the designated timeframe.
• Incumbent is required to satisfactorily complete the appropriate training and obtain the required certification/recertification for this position.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required for the position.
• The work requires the incumbent to be subject to recall during non-duty hours, weekends, and holidays to complete proposals and/or resolve software problems.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Key Words: Operational Assessment, Measures of Effectiveness, MOE, Measures of Performance, MOP, AOC, MOC, JTF, GCC, COCOM, J3, J5, C2WAC, JAOPC, JIOPC, ACSTOPC, Electronic Warfare, EW, Non-Kinetic, EMSO, JEMSO, SIGINT,ELINT,JIOPC, Weapons School, WIC, NIWDC, STO, ACCM, PDAS, JWAC

• Professional knowledge of engineering, mathematics, statistical analysis, modeling/simulation, software development and/or other scientific concepts, principles, standards, methods, techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of agency, AF, Department of War (DOW) and national-level doctrine, regulations, policies, guidelines, requirements, and initiatives related to assigned program(s) and/or project(s).
• Knowledge of security procedures to maintain control of classified material.
• Skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to identify, investigate, resolve complex issues or problems, and modify standard practices and techniques to solve complex interrelated problems.
• Skill, judgment, resourcefulness, originality, and ability to foresee the impact of changing technology.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, in order to produce highly technical reports, position papers, and briefings; resolve conflicts based on mature judgment and experience; effectively negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relationships.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications.

As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/.

U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age. AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer