Senior Defense Analytics & Transition Lead

Chimera Enterprises International, Inc (Chimera); Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chimera Enterprises International, Inc (Chimera) is seeking a Senior Operations Research Analyst to lead advanced analytics for R&D transition and process improvement in a high-impact defense research environment. You will conduct sophisticated analyses to support decision-making, evaluating risk and opportunity across portfolio levels.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and at least 6 years of experience. Strong analytical skills and an active Top Secret clearance are required for this critical role.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of operations research or equivalent analytical experience.
• Demonstrated ability to gather information and construct models.
• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sophisticated analyses to support research and development efforts.
• Evaluate portfolio-level schedule, cost, and risk trade-offs.
• Analyze acquisition and program lifecycle data to identify systemic issues.

Skills

Advanced analytical and modeling capabilities

Strong communication skills

Ability to lead analytic efforts

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, sciences, or mathematics

Job description

Chimera Enterprises International, Inc (Chimera) is seeking a Senior Operations Research Analyst to lead advanced analytics for R&D transition and process improvement in a high-impact defense research environment. You will conduct sophisticated analyses to support decision-making, evaluating risk and opportunity across portfolio levels.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and at least 6 years of experience. Strong analytical skills and an active Top Secret clearance are required for this critical role.