Operations Research Analyst, Senior

Booz Allen Hamilton; Fort Meade (MD); Hybrid; USD 69,400 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an Operations Research Analyst, Senior to tackle complex operational problems and guide a team through research, modeling, and reporting. You will apply advanced techniques like linear programming, simulation, and data analytics to deliver impactful solutions.

The role requires extensive OR experience, strong modeling skills, and a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. Remote/hybrid/on-site work options are available, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for

Qualifications

• 5+ years of operations research analysis experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex operational problems, develop solutions, and create tools to enhance productivity.
• Guide a team through research, model building, decision‑making, and reporting.
• Apply statistical, mathematical, and operational research techniques such as linear programming, simulation, and data analytics.

Skills

Operations research

Modeling & simulation

Cost-benefit analysis

Data analytics

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM (nice to have)

Tools

pandas

R

Excel

VBA

ARENA

Octave

Tableau

Gurobi

CPLEX

ExtendSim

SAS

Netica

Stata

MATLAB

SPSS

Job description

Operations Research Analyst, Senior

Analyze complex operational problems, develop solutions, and create tools to enhance productivity. Guide a team through research, model building, decision‑making, and reporting. Apply statistical, mathematical, and operational research techniques such as linear programming, simulation, and data analytics.

You Have

• 5+ years of operations research analysis experience
• 1+ years with modeling and simulation for decision problems
• 1+ years in multi‑objective cost‑benefit analysis
• Experience with pandas, R, Excel, VBA, ARENA, Octave, Tableau, Gurobi, CPLEX, ExtendSim, SAS, Netica, Stata, MATLAB, or SPSS
• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field

Nice If You Have

• Model verification and validation expertise
• Training development for operations research techniques
• Stakeholder data requirement gathering
• Reporting and briefing analytical results
• Knowledge of machine learning and large language models
• Master’s degree in a STEM field

Clearance

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required. Applicants will undergo a security investigation and eligibility check for classified information access.

Compensation

Salary range: $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). This includes health, life, disability, retirement benefits and paid leave.

Identity Statement

Identity verification using biometrics and AI will be required. Interviewees must attend with a camera and may be photographed. Right to retain images for verification.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI tools may be used in day‑to‑day work, but are prohibited during interviews unless explicitly allowed.

Work Model

• Remote: occasional on‑site requirements possible.
• Hybrid: expected to work from a Booz Allen facility and may travel to customer sites.
• Onsite: primarily performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, veteran status or any other protected status under applicable law.