Operations Research Systems Analyst (Mid-Level) - SEAL - Washington, D.C. - Open Rank (Hybrid)

Overview:

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Location

Washington, D.C.

Project/Unit Description

The Architectures (ARCH) Branch in the Command, Control, and Communication Division (C3D) within the Sensor and Electromagnetic Application Laboratory (SEAL) in Smyrna, Georgia is a team of multidisciplinary researchers focused on identifying and delivering critical state-of-the-art tactical airborne communications, networking technology, and electromagnetic application solutions to address a wide array of problem sets. ARCH researchers possess intimate knowledge of U.S. Department of Defense communications, networking, and sensor capabilities, as well as adversary capabilities to impede and or defeat U.S. advanced technologies. Architecture researchers provide application-specific solutions across a diverse sponsor base.

Job Purpose

The Operations Research/Systems Analyst (OR/SA) applies advanced analytical and systems engineering methods to support critical decision making. The OR/SA researches, develops, and integrates new and existing system simulation frameworks, prediction models, logical models and analysis techniques. The OR/SA models operational environments, performs trade studies via computer simulation and provides decision support for alternative architectures. In addition, the OR/SE designs and develops decision support tools that integrate modeling and simulation into intuitive graphical user interfaces. The OR/SE also elicits information from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and stakeholders and iterates with them to develop qualitative models of their expertise and/or needs and utilizes applied statistical analysis, machine learning, optimization, and visualization to support defensible decisions and decision processes. In addition, the OR/SA conceptualizes, designs and develops software solutions to implement system simulations, models and analyses and develops, integrates and tests software and conceptual ideas to implement decision making methods and processes. Lastly, the OR/SA develops methods, processes and software tools to help design, integrate and manage complex systems and system engineering processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Begin to engage with sponsors and external stakeholders and facilitate definition of analyses and decision support activities
• Lead projects tasks and provide status and plans to Project Director
• Synthesize models and processes into a cohesive, computationally efficient, and consistent form
• Develop technical reports detailing models used and processes followed for developing a decision support solution
• Review and verify work-products are consistent and that they address the needs of the sponsor
• Mentor and support the teaching and training of student employees and junior-level researchers
• Contribute to whitepapers and proposals

Additional Responsibilities

• Project Management
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Jira, CRM, Adobe Workfront, etc.
• Provide technical leadership in DoD projects, ensuring alignment with military standards and practices.
• Collaborate with military personnel and contractors to understand and translate operational requirements into technical specifications.
• Lead efforts in contracting processes, including RFP development, proposal evaluations, and vendor management.
• Manage technical project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring adherence to DoD regulations and standards.
• Engage in research and development activities to innovate and enhance military operations and systems.
• Support integration and interoperability testing of new systems and technologies within DoD environments.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Direct experience with the U.S. Department of Defense, either as a military member or contractor.
• Proven experience in technical project management, including planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects.
• Strong background in research and development, particularly in the context of defense-related projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret Clearance
• Demonstrated experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams in a defense contracting environment.
• Experience in developing and implementing innovative solutions for military applications.
• Knowledge of military standards, processes, and protocols for system development and deployment.
• Proven track record of publishing and presenting research findings in national societies and symposia.

Travel Requirements

Education and Length of Experience

This position vacancy is an open-rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook

• 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Aerospace, Military Operational Art and Science, or related field.
• 3 years of related experience with a Masters' degree in Systems Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Aerospace, Military Operational Art and Science, or related field.
• 0 years of related experience with a Ph.D. in Systems Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Aerospace, Military Operational Art and Science, or related field.

U.S. Citizenship Requirements

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Clearance Type Required

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Benefits at GTRI

Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link: https://benefits.hr.gatech.edu/.

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Posted: 07/26/2024
Closes: 09/30/2024