Operations Research and Acquisition Support Analyst

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Operations Research and Acquisition Support Analyst to join their team. This role focuses on supporting critical USAF strategic development planning, requiring a blend of analytical skills and operational experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in program evaluation and a technical degree, with the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that enhance national defense and security. Join a company that values employee ownership and offers great benefits, including flexible schedules and tuition reimbursement, while making a significant contribution to the future of aerospace capabilities.

Benefits

20 days PTO/year

10 holidays/year

Flexible schedules

6% 401k match

Semi-annual bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000

Life and disability insurance

Zero deductible health insurance plan

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in program evaluation and analysis.
• Strong understanding of contractor and government roles in aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Support USAF strategic development planning and execution.
• Develop reports and presentations for program leadership.
• Coordinate briefings for OSD and DAF leadership.

Skills

Program evaluation

Analysis and planning

Operational experience

Developmental test experience

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in any technical field

Master's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Own Your Future.

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Operations Research and Acquisition Support Analyst in Arlington, VA.

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
• Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
• 100% Employee Ownership: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company-wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
  • Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
  • Flexible schedules
  • 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
  • Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  • Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  • Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
  • Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  • Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
• Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity, and Mission Assurance.

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.

Responsibilities

MTSI is seeking an Operations Research and Acquisition Support Analyst with a TS/SCI clearance to provide support to a Government Office at Arlington, VA. The Operations Research Analyst is responsible for supporting the USAF Next Generation Air Dominance Family of Systems efforts. The primary focus of this effort is on future USAF Air Supremacy capabilities, requirements, and associated acquisition strategies. Candidate should be an experienced and motivated professional with the necessary experience to support the program office’s focused efforts and objectives managed by AFLCMC.

• Participate in the planning and execution of ongoing USAF strategic development planning.
• Develop reports and presentations for program leadership to optimize the ongoing and future USAF strategic development planning and support.
• Coordinate and deliver briefings conveying programs vision, strategy, plans, schedule, budget requirements to OSD and DAF leadership, Joint Services, DoD agencies, congressional members and staffers, and international partners.
• Support AFRL and DARPA technology reviews to support technology maturation and investment strategy development.
• Assist in all phases of Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution.
• Assist in identifying and mitigating planning for risks and related issues to the program.
• Assist in reviewing all deliverables, schedules, briefings, and reports.
• Participate in related team planning, working groups, and offsite meetings.
• Coordinate with the AFLCMC Program Office, ACC, and SAF/AQ staffs and leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in any technical field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• 20+ Years of overall experience.
• Program evaluation, analysis, and planning experience.
• Operational and/or developmental test experience highly desirable; Test Pilot School or Weapons School graduate highly desirable.
• Operational experience highly desirable.
• The candidate should have a strong sense of contractor and government roles in aerospace system development and acquisition.
• Experience with the MS Office Suite of products.
• Must possess a minimum of Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret Security Clearance. Duties will require unescorted entry and work within classified SAP and SCI facilities.
• Must have 12 months or more of experience in a SAP environment within the last 5 years.

Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required for this position, due to contract requirements.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
Travel: Position requires up to 15% travel to CONUS areas.

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