Sr. Modeling and Simulation Analyst

Systems Planning & Analysis; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning & Analysis is seeking a Senior Modeling and Simulation Analyst to support the U.S. Coast Guard's M&S cell. This role involves applying advanced analytical skills to solve complex defense problems, developing models, and coordinating with team members.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 8 years of experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of USD 155K–175K per year, along with opportunities to work closely with military operations.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute analytical models using statistical methods.
• Coordinate with team members on system design and analytical approaches.
• Develop mission-level representations of forces for warfighting concepts.

Skills

Modeling & Simulation experience

Communication skills

Statistical methods

Operations Research methods

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Data Science, or equivalent

Tools

STORM

SWIFT

NSS

AFSIM

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, SPA is known for continuous innovation for our government customers in the United States and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team collaborates in spirit and practice, producing results that matter. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division (JOID) provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID offers a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

The Critical Infrastructure Group (CIG) within JOID provides technical, programmatic, and analytical support to national security customers including the Department of Homeland Security, Health and Human Services, and the Federal Aviation Administration. CIG staff bring expertise in countering weapons of mass destruction, critical infrastructure protection, emergency response, nuclear non-proliferation, weapons deployment programs, and transportation safety, and collaborate closely with clients to provide high-quality modeling, simulation, software, and analytical products.

We have a near‑term need for a Senior Modeling and Simulation Analyst to support the United States Coast Guard M&S cell. The primary place of performance is SPA Headquarters in Alexandria, VA, with regular visits to Customer sites in Virginia and Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

The Sr. M&S Analyst will apply advanced analytical, modeling, and simulation skills to solve complex warfighting problems in support of the USCG. The role develops software using open‑source tools and computer‑based simulations to meet design requirements and support engagement‑ and mission‑level analyses, wargames, exercises, and experiments across a range of defense problem sets.

• Build and execute analytical models using statistical methods, parametric and non‑parametric techniques, regression analysis, and Operations Research methods to support capability trades, system trades, force structure analysis, and service‑specific studies.
• Coordinate with team members to shape system design, functionality, and analytical approaches.
• Develop mission‑level representations of U.S., allied, and adversary forces executing warfighting concepts of operation.
• Advise operations research analysts, scientists, and engineers on appropriate analytical techniques, modeling approaches, and methods for addressing assigned problem sets.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Data Science, or equivalent.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Modeling & Simulation experience for N81, USCG, or other military service.
• Experience with one or more of the following tools: STORM, SWIFT, NSS, or AFSIM.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both in written and verbal formats, with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Active Secret clearance.

Desired

• Advanced degree in a related field.
• M&S experience supporting USCG.
• Wargaming experience.

Pay Range Information

Virginia Pay Transparency Salary range: USD 155,000.00 / Yr. – USD 175,000.00 / Yr.