Strategic Operations Research Analyst

Leidos; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 131,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Operations Research Analyst at Fort Meade, MD. You will apply advanced analytics to optimize military and agency processes, forecast outcomes, and present data-driven recommendations to stakeholders.

Responsibilities include building models, simulations, and optimization techniques; analyzing data; collaborating with cross-functional teams; and communicating findings clearly to drive decision making and improvements.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years’ experience or Master’s degree and 10+ years’ experience in related fields.
• Experience with MATLAB, SAS, or R.
• Familiarity with machine learning techniques and data mining.
• Experience with data analysis and statistical software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply probability models, statistics, simulations, optimization and data analysis.
• Introduce quantitative analysis and data science to decision-making.
• Develop performance measures to assess directives and effectiveness.
• Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to interpret data.
• Create simulations and predictive models for forecasting.
• Optimize resource allocation and logistics.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for feasibility.
• Prepare and present analytical reports and recommendations.
• Use statistical software and programming languages for analyses.
• Monitor solution effectiveness and propose improvements.
• Stay updated on industry trends and techniques.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Quantitative analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 12+ years experience in related field

Master’s degree + 10+ years experience in related field

Tools

MATLAB

SAS

R

Job description

Leidos is seeking an Operations Research Analyst at Fort Meade, MD. You will apply advanced analytics to optimize military and agency processes, forecast outcomes, and present data-driven recommendations to stakeholders.

Responsibilities include building models, simulations, and optimization techniques; analyzing data; collaborating with cross-functional teams; and communicating findings clearly to drive decision making and improvements.