Operations Research Analyst

Apogee Engineering
life insurance, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Maryland, Fort Meade
Dec 20, 2024
Description Apogee is actively seeking a full-time Operations Research Analyst supporting US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) NC3 Enterprise Center (NEC) Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I). This is a full-time role at Ft Meade, MD. *Why work with us?* Apogee Engineering, LLC is a provider of research, engineering, operations, software, cyber, intel, training, technical services, financial and administrative expertise across an array of DOD and Federal Civilian customers. Our company was founded on the commitment of making a positive difference for our customers and our people. Apogee's culture is infused with integrity and a passion for excellence, which has propelled us into the ranks of an elite small business company. Apogee is known for an unwavering dedication to our client's success, a warm and employee-centric work environment, and an enthusiasm to provide the right solution at the right time. *What you will be doing:* Performing statistical analysis and data analytics in support of mission engineering studies to guide decisions focused on the end-to-end mission to identify new or enhanced capabilities and provide impacts of performance levels on NC3 system of systems. Assist in documenting the action of studies, recommending (and coordinating with) study participants, setting up and facilitating meetings, and defining timelines and deliverables. Producing engineering analysis reports informed by mathematical modeling to recommend process improvements or efficiencies for solving documented NC3 gaps. Supporting limited scope technical quick reaction (e.g. two weeks turnaround) analysis of NC3/National Leadership Command Capability (NLCC) systems issues in support of the NC3/NLCC community. Advising and assisting the Government in defining of NC3 Enterprise Figures of Merit (FOM) target for model based systems engineering and Mission engineering (ME) studies. Supporting the development of Measures of Effectiveness & Performance (MOE and MOPs), as well as other relevant performance criteria targeting measurement at the System of Systems level. Minimum Experience: Citizenship: Must be a US citizen Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a TS w/SCI eligibility Education: High School Diploma Years of experience: 11+ years relevant experience including: 5+ years experience in optimization, data mining, statistical analysis, and/or mathematical modeling, to develop solutions that help organizations operate more efficiently and cost-effectively. 2+ years' experience using Tableau or other similar data visualization and analytics tools Ability to work well within a team and to execute tasks independently Strong written and oral communication skills Strong command of MS Office suite tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Preferred Experience: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or similar technical field plus 5+ years' relevant experience in optimization, data mining, statistical analysis, and/or mathematical modeling, to develop solutions that help organizations operate more efficiently and cost-effectively. NC3 experience (desired). *Benefits:* Apogee offers two medical plans, a high deductible health plan with a HSA and HRA and a traditional POS plan with co-pays, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, PTO, paid holidays, parental, military, and jury duty paid leaves. Regular part time employees scheduled for twenty-four or more hours per work week are eligible for benefits on a pro-rated basis. This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus The base pay for this position ranges from $81,700 to $122,000 across the U.S. There is a different range applicable for specific work locations. Base pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, training and education Qualifications Behaviors Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Team Player - Works well as a member of a group Motivations Flexibility - Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)