Senior Modeling & Simulation Analyst (USCG)

Systems Planning and Analysis; Alexandria, Washington (VA, District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) in Alexandria, VA, seeks a Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Operational Analyst Modeler to support USCG programs.

The role develops software with open-source tools, builds analytical models, and conducts simulations to inform capability trades and engagement-level analyses. You will collaborate with senior analysts and engineers, communicate findings to diverse stakeholders, and maintain rigorous documentation while working across government customers

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Research, Data Science, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Modeling & Simulation experience for N81, USCG, or other military service.
• Experience with STORM, SWIFT, NSS, or AFSIM.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced analytical, modeling, and simulation skills to support USCG warfighting problems.
• Develop software using open-source tools and simulations to meet design requirements.
• Build and execute analytical models using statistical methods and OR techniques.
• Advise on appropriate analytical approaches and coordinate with team members on system design.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Research or Data Science

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

STORM

SWIFT

NSS

AFSIM

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) in Alexandria, VA, seeks a Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Operational Analyst Modeler to support USCG programs.

The role develops software with open-source tools, builds analytical models, and conducts simulations to inform capability trades and engagement-level analyses. You will collaborate with senior analysts and engineers, communicate findings to diverse stakeholders, and maintain rigorous documentation while working across government customers