Operations Research Analyst

Operations Research Analyst

The Opportunity:

As an operations research analyst, you’re passionate about identifying the root cause of an issue and then analyzing, reporting, and developing recommendations for a creative solution. We need a research analyst like you to help us solve complex problems for our clients. On our delivery team, you’ll assist in the evaluation of data assessment strategies such as Cost, Schedule, Technical and Safety Risk Management to help deliver sound, industry tested solutions.

 

You won’t go at it alone, you’ll work with a varied team of industry experts to conduct research, prepare graphs and charts, and analyze and interpret programmatic or cost data such as Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), Life Cycle Cost and Schedule Models, and Cost-Benefit Analysis. Once documented, you’ll help develop risk-based decision models, mitigation strategies, and project or program level briefings to present results, collaborate with stakeholders, and participate in various program meetings to improve program efficiency.

 

In this role, you’ll use your passion for technology maturation, analytics, and statistics to help devise modeling and measuring techniques utilizing mathematics, statistical methods, engineering methods, operational mathematics techniques, and other principles and laws of scientific and economic disciplines.

 

Use your operations research experience to develop technologies and concepts that advance Aerospace missions. 

 

Join us. The world can’t wait.

 

You Have:  

• Experience developing Risk Management Plans, Risk Registers, Risk Mitigation Plans, and executive risk reporting 
• Experience identifying technical, acquisition, integration, cybersecurity, cost, schedule, and operational risks
• Experience preparing and presenting information to communicate assessment findings
• Experience collaborating with other analysts in an integrated development environment
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

 

Nice If You Have:  

• Experience supporting DoD or NASA acquisitions programs
• Experience developing analytic methodologies, metrics, and decision criteria
• Experience with survey design or analysis and interview techniques
• Ability to interact well in cross-functional team meetings and professional environments 
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification 

 

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $52,900.00 to $108,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.