Operations Research Systems Analyst (Experienced) - SEAL - Boston, MA - Open Rank

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 148,950 - 218,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Time Off

Professional Development

Job summary

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) invites applications for an Operations Research / Systems Analyst position within the Command, Control, and Communication Division of SEAL. The role focuses on advanced analytical methods, simulation, and decision support for defense programs.

You will mentor researchers, collaborate with SMEs, manage complex models, and contribute to whitepapers and proposals, with travel 10-25% as outlined. U.S. Citizenship required for federal contracts.

Qualifications

• Experience developing complex operational models, simulations, and decision-support systems.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary defense-related teams.
• Strong communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage all technical aspects of defensible decision making, including directing multiple lab resources for large scale products or system deployments.
• Manage sub-contractor resources supporting all system engineering areas.
• Develop and implement approaches to address the sponsors' needs within the contractual schedule and budget.
• Develop technical reports detailing models used and processes followed for developing a decision support solution.
• Review and verify work-products are consistent, accurate, and that they address the needs of the sponsor.
• Serve as a resource and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for operations research and systems engineering tools and technologies.
• Mentor and support the teaching and training of student employees and junior-level researchers.
• Significantly contribute to whitepapers and proposals.
• Lead development and deployment of predictive modeling and simulation tools for advanced operational decision-making.
• Drive technical direction for systems engineering and operational research initiatives supporting DoD missions.
• Mentor junior researchers and facilitate their growth in analytical tools, statistical analysis, and systems engineering.
• Oversee development of complex software solutions to model operational environments and provide defensible decision support.
• Act as the primary technical liaison with senior DoD officials, ensuring alignment with national defense priorities.
• Publish technical papers, present research findings, and participate in industry symposia to establish thought leadership.
• Lead proposal development and contribute to securing new research funding opportunities.
• Supervise multi-disciplinary teams working on high-profile DoD programs and ensure deliverables meet technical quality standards.

Skills

Operational modeling

Leadership of multidisciplinary teams

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Research/Math/IE/CS/Data Analytics/Physics/Applied Math/EE

Master's degree in Operations Research/Math/IE/CS/Data Analytics/Physics/Applied Math/EE

PhD in Operations Research/Math/IE/CS/Data Analytics/Physics/Applied Math/EE

Job description

Location

Boston, MA

Project/Unit Description

This position is embedded in the Command, Control, and Communication Division (C3D) within the Sensor and Electromagnetic Application Laboratory (SEAL) at GTRI. The team is focused on providing state-of-the-art solutions for tactical communications, sensor integration, and data analytics, with applications spanning AI/ML integration, decision support systems, and enhanced battlefield management capabilities.

Job Purpose

The Operations Research / Systems Analyst (OR/SA) applies advanced analytical and systems engineering methods to support critical decision making. The OR/SA researches, develops, and integrates new and existing system simulation frameworks, prediction models, logical models, and analysis techniques. The OR/SA also models operational environments, performs trade studies via computer simulation and provides decision support for alternative architectures. In addition, the OR/SE designs and develops decision support tools that integrate modeling and simulation into intuitive and interactive graphical user interfaces. The OR/SE also elicits information from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and stakeholders, and iterates with them to develop qualitative models of their expertise and/or needs and utilizes applied statistical analysis, machine learning, optimization, and visualization to support defensible decisions and decision processes. In addition, the OR/SA conceptualizes, designs, and develops software solutions to implement system simulations, models and analyses and develops, integrates, and tests software and conceptual ideas to implement decision making methods and processes. Lastly, the OR/SA develops methods, processes and software tools to help design, integrate and manage complex systems and system engineering processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all technical aspects of supporting defensible decision making, including directing multiple lab resources for large scale products or system deployments
• Manage sub-contractor resources supporting all system engineering areas
• Develop and implement approaches to address the sponsors' needs within the contractual schedule and budget
• Develop technical reports detailing models used and processes followed for developing a decision support solution
• Review and verify work-products are consistent, accurate, and that they address the needs of the sponsor
• Serve as a resource and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for operations research and systems engineering tools and technologies
• Mentor and support the teaching and training of student employees and junior-level researchers
• Significantly contribute to whitepapers and proposals

Additional Responsibilities

• Lead development and deployment of predictive modeling and simulation tools for advanced operational decision-making.
• Drive technical direction for systems engineering and operational research initiatives supporting DoD missions.
• Mentor junior researchers and facilitate their growth in analytical tools, statistical analysis, and systems engineering.
• Oversee development of complex software solutions to model operational environments and provide defensible decision support.
• Act as the primary technical liaison with senior DoD officials, ensuring alignment with national defense priorities.
• Publish technical papers, present research findings, and participate in industry symposia to establish thought leadership.
• Lead proposal development and contribute to securing new research funding opportunities.
• Supervise multi-disciplinary teams working on high-profile DoD programs and ensure deliverables meet technical quality standards.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Expertise in developing complex operational models, simulations, and decision-support systems.
• Demonstrated success in leading multi-disciplinary teams on defense-related projects.
• Proven track record in stakeholder engagement and ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance.
• Expertise in emerging technologies such as machine learning, AI, or autonomous systems.
• Extensive experience in DoD operations, acquisitions, or program management.
• Published research in recognized journals or conferences.
• Degree in Operations Research, Systems Engineering, or Data Science.
• Bachelor's Degree with 14+ years of experience.
• Master's Degree with 12+ years of experience.
• PhD with 9+ years of experience.

Travel Requirements

10% - 25% travel

Education and Length of Experience

• 9 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
• 7 years of related experience with a Masters' degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
• 4 years of related experience with a Ph.D. in Operations Research, Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.

Salary

$148,950 - $218,100 (10% premium will be added to this base due to the high cost of living)

U.S. Citizenship Requirements

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Clearance Type Required

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Benefits at GTRI

Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link: https://benefits.hr.gatech.edu/.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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