What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Research Analyst (SME) - R position at MAXISIQ, Inc.?
Job Description
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Company Description
Since 2006, MAXISIQ (IOMAXIS dba MAXISIQ) has advanced the state of Cyber RDT&E by bringing together industry expertise in software, hardware, communications and security, and leveraging decades of operational experience to deliver exceptional value to communities and the critical missions they support. Join us where we innovate, develop smarter solutions, technologies, services, and actionable capabilities for our clients- right when they need it most.
Job Description
MAXISIQ is seeking a highly experienced Operations Research Analyst to support mission planning and address operational challenges. optimize resources, and develop strategic solutions for critical military projects. Apply extensive experience in operations research within the DoD to improve operational efficiency through data-driven insights. This full-time position is located on Fort Belvoir, VA, with work anticipated to begin in March 2025 upon award.
Duties involved in this role :
- Lead the development and application of advanced mathematical models, simulations, and quantitative techniques to solve complex defense-related problems.
- Analyze large datasets related to military operations, logistics, personnel, and resources to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
- Provide expert-level recommendations for optimizing the use of military resources, including personnel, equipment, and budget, ensuring operational effectiveness and cost-efficiency.
- Conduct in-depth cost-benefit analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning for DoD initiatives.
- Deliver expert analytical support to senior DoD leadership, providing actionable insights for mission-critical decisions.
- Develop decision-support tools such as models, dashboards, and reports that help leadership visualize data and make informed decisions regarding defense strategies and resource allocation.
- Apply advanced operations research techniques to tackle complex defense challenges such as mission planning, logistics optimization, integrated weapons systems, and combat operations.
- Provide detailed recommendations on how to enhance the efficiency of operations, reduce costs, and improve overall mission success rates.
- Perform in-depth risk assessments for various defense operations, programs, and strategic initiatives, including scenario analysis to predict the potential outcomes of different courses of action.
- Use forecasting and predictive analytics to evaluate the potential impact of new technologies, systems, or defense strategies on military operations.
- Evaluate the effectiveness and impact of new and emerging defense technologies and systems.
- Conduct operational analysis on how new technologies can be integrated into existing DoD operations and make recommendations for technology adoption.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, program managers, military personnel, and policymakers, to ensure that analytical findings are aligned with operational objectives.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior operations research analysts, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Assist in developing policies and operational strategies for defense programs, ensuring they are based on robust analytical frameworks.
- Support the development of programs that focus on rapid prototyping, testing, and fielding of critical defense capabilities.
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Additional Information
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected class.
