SLQ-32 Operations Analyst

Tri Star Engineering, Inc.; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TRISTAR is seeking an Operations Analyst to support AN/SLQ-32(V)6 and (V)7 EW systems through testing, evaluation, and fleet support. You will apply analytical and engineering methods to assess performance, identify deficiencies, and improve testing processes throughout the lifecycle.

The role requires hands-on experience in system integration, troubleshooting, testing, evaluation, and fleet operations, with a focus on EW system performance and shipboard checkout activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related technical discipline (see above).
• In lieu of a degree, significant military/government/defense industry experience may be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in test & evaluation, systems engineering, operations analysis, or technical assessment.
• Experience supporting Navy combat/electronic warfare/radar/RF systems is preferred.
• Willing to travel at least 25% of the time; U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Perform operational analysis, testing, and evaluation of AN/SLQ-32(V)6 and (V)7 EW systems and subsystems.
• Analyze system performance data, identify trends, anomalies, deficiencies, and root causes.
• Develop and execute test plans, procedures, and evaluation criteria for integration, verification, and acceptance testing.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative assessments of system performance and readiness using engineering and OR methodologies.
• Evaluate test results and provide recommendations for improvements, process optimization, and corrective actions.
• Support integration testing between configurations and EW subsystems.
• Review technical documentation including IOC, ECPs, SCDs, ICDs, and SIDs.
• Develop technical reports and briefing materials for Government leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Operations research

Engineering

Mathematics

Physics

Computer Science

Information Systems

Defense industry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Operations Research, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical discipline

Job description

Job Type: Full-time

Description

TRISTAR is seeking an Operations Analyst to support the AN/SLQ-32(V)6 and (V)7 Electronic Warfare (EW) systems through testing, evaluation, analysis, and fleet support activities. The successful candidate will apply analytical, engineering, and operational assessment methods to evaluate system performance, identify deficiencies, support corrective actions, and improve testing processes throughout the system lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a background with hands‑on experience in system integration, troubleshooting, testing, evaluation, and fleet operations. The candidate should possess a strong understanding of Electronic Warfare system performance, shipboard installation and checkout activities, operational test methodologies, and the ability to transform technical test data into actionable recommendations for program leadership and fleet stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform operational analysis, testing, and evaluation of AN/SLQ-32(V)6 and (V)7 Electronic Warfare systems and associated subsystems.
• Analyze system performance data and identify trends, anomalies, deficiencies, and root causes affecting operational effectiveness.
• Develop and execute test plans, test procedures, and evaluation criteria for system integration, verification, and acceptance testing.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative assessments of system performance and readiness using engineering and operations research methodologies.
• Evaluate test results and provide recommendations for system improvements, process optimization, and corrective actions.
• Support integration testing between AN/SLQ-32(V)6 and (V)7 configurations and associated Electronic Warfare subsystems.
• Review and assess technical documentation, including Installation and Checkout Procedures (IOC), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), Ship Change Documents (SCDs), Installation Control Drawings (ICDs), and Ship Installation Drawings (SIDs).
• Develop technical reports, performance assessments, briefing materials, and recommendations for Government leadership and program stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Research, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical discipline.
• In lieu of a degree, significant directly related military, government, or defense industry experience supporting Electronic Warfare, radar, RF, or combat systems may be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting test and evaluation, systems engineering, operations analysis, or technical assessment activities.
• Experience supporting Navy combat systems, Electronic Warfare systems, radar systems, or RF-based technologies.
• Willing to travel at least 25% of the time.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

About TRISTAR

TRISTAR is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned professional services company supporting the U.S. Department of Defense programs. Our core competencies include Electronic Warfare, Enterprise Management, Full Spectrum Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Software Engineering and Development, Maritime Modernization and Engineering, and Technical Solutions.

TRISTAR was founded in March 1995 and has built an employee-focused collaborative environment which enables our team of professionals to create and deliver customized solutions to meet our customers' mission critical challenges. TRISTAR's core capabilities support customers with end-to-end solutions.

For over 30 years, TRISTAR has demonstrated and perfected our ability to successfully manage any task, small or large no matter how difficult or complex.

TRISTAR is proud to serve the Department of Defense and other Federal Agencies.

TRISTAR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.