Senior Operations Research Lead: Modeling & Analytics

DCS Corp; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS Corp is seeking an Operations Research Analyst in support of the Air Force Research Laboratory. You will lead cross-functional teams to conduct analytical research and model complex systems, applying advanced analytics to future technologies.

This on-site role emphasizes mentorship and presenting results to senior leaders within a dynamic defense environment. The position requires a technical Bachelor's degree, 8–10 years of modeling/analysis experience, and an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required for the role.
• Must have an active Secret security clearance and be able to maintain.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (CS, Engineering, Mathematics, Analytics or similar).
• 8–10 years of professional experience in modeling, simulation and analysis or operations research.
• Experience using a scripting language (Python, R, or similar).
• Experience applying advanced statistical and analytic methodologies to challenging problems.
• Experience with designing experiments to answer analytic questions.
• Experience developing presentations and communicating results to senior leaders.
• Must be curious to explore new problems and develop creative solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must work onsite at the customer facility; remote work is not available.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams of software developers, engineers, and data analysts in analytical research and operator-in-the-loop studies.
• Design and model complex heterogeneous systems including aircraft, missiles, radars, and communications.
• Apply advanced analytics to large datasets to gain insights for future technologies.
• Direct and participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and triage.

Skills

US citizenship

Security clearance

Strong communication skills

Curiosity and problem solving

Leadership and mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Analytics or similar

Tools

Python

R

Job description

DCS Corp is seeking an Operations Research Analyst in support of the Air Force Research Laboratory. You will lead cross-functional teams to conduct analytical research and model complex systems, applying advanced analytics to future technologies.

This on-site role emphasizes mentorship and presenting results to senior leaders within a dynamic defense environment. The position requires a technical Bachelor's degree, 8–10 years of modeling/analysis experience, and an active Secret clearance.