Operations Research Analyst - Modeling & Simulation Expert

Peerless Technologies; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Peerless Technologies in Dahlgren, Virginia is seeking an Operations Research Analyst to support the Enhanced Modeling and Simulation development team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in operations research and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Responsibilities include designing simulation experiments, applying statistical methods, modeling systems using Python or MATLAB, and creating actionable insights for defense and intelligence sectors.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in operations research, data analysis, or mathematical modeling.
• Strong background in statistical techniques and operational research tools.
• Experience in creating detailed reports and visualizations for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Designing and executing simulation experiments to maximize actionable insights.
• Applying Monte Carlo methods and statistical techniques to real-world scenarios.
• Modeling systems using Python, R, VBA, or MATLAB.
• Defining data requirements and analyzing datasets to inform decisions.
• Validating models and adapting them to meet evolving goals.

Skills

Operations research

Data analysis

Mathematical modeling

Python

R

VBA

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Research

Degrees in mathematics, statistics, engineering, or computer science

Job description

Peerless Technologies in Dahlgren, Virginia is seeking an Operations Research Analyst to support the Enhanced Modeling and Simulation development team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in operations research and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Responsibilities include designing simulation experiments, applying statistical methods, modeling systems using Python or MATLAB, and creating actionable insights for defense and intelligence sectors.