Secret-Clearance Quantitative Mission Analyst

Harkcon, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Harkcon, Inc. is seeking a Quantitative Mission Analysis Expert to assess operational data, performance measures, trends, and resource information supporting the Coast Guard.

The successful candidate will independently identify appropriate methodologies and translate quantitative evidence into practical mission and capability implications. This role requires a proactive contributor who can work across role boundaries, learn the mission, identify analytical gaps, and support the team without

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics or related field with quantitative focus.
• Formal training in quantitative mission analysis methodologies.
• At least five years' experience in quantitative mission analysis.
• Active Secret clearance throughout performance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze mission-performance measures, demand, readiness, staffing, assets, and other relevant data.
• Develop quantitative methodologies based on research questions and available evidence.
• Quantify the extent and operational impact of current and anticipated performance gaps.
• Identify data gaps, assumptions, limitations, and areas where metrics do not fully reflect operational realities.
• Connect quantitative findings to how the Coast Guard is organized, trained, staffed, and equipped.
• Avoid force-fitting methodologies or producing analysis that is technically complex but not decision-relevant.
• Integrate quantitative findings with qualitative stakeholder insights.
• Develop clear tables, figures, and written explanations for senior Government audiences.
• Independently identify additional analysis needed to support or challenge emerging findings.
• Maintain focus on mission performance rather than predetermined conclusions.

Skills

Quantitative reasoning

Data validation

Model documentation

Visualization

Technical writing

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree or higher

Job description

Harkcon, Inc. is seeking a Quantitative Mission Analysis Expert to assess operational data, performance measures, trends, and resource information supporting the Coast Guard.

The successful candidate will independently identify appropriate methodologies and translate quantitative evidence into practical mission and capability implications. This role requires a proactive contributor who can work across role boundaries, learn the mission, identify analytical gaps, and support the team without