Operations Research Analyst (SSAG)

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.

Alexandria, VA

Operations Research Analyst - 2009-118

Job Responsibilities: The Strategic Systems Analysis Group (SSAG) primarily conducts analysis of the qualitative and quantitative nature for the Navy Strategic Systems Program (SSP). The major focus of this position is to support analysis for SSP as it relates to the size, crewing, basing, and operations of Navy assets providing strategic deterrence. Training and guidance will be provided for this individual to initially acquire sufficient understanding of the theory and methods used in the problems we solve and the software tools we develop and use. The goal is to eventually have the individual maintain, modify, update, or create new analytical solution methods (including software) as new problems or changing circumstances dictate, along with the ability to assemble summary briefings for the client, from initial problem statement to analysis results and their implications.

Job Requirements: Successful candidate will be an applied Operations Research Analyst/Developer. Requires Bachelor's or Master's degree in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or Physics. Strong methodological and computational skills, background in mathematical programming, i.e., optimization, and some experience with languages such as C, C++, JAVA, or Python is mandatory, while experience in using math programming solvers such as CPLEX or GAMS is preferred. Working knowledge of basic statistics, probability, stochastic processes and physics is desirable.

Focus is not primarily on software development, but willingness to program is necessary and a background in algorithm design and/or optimization are pluses. Prior work experience to supplement this background is a plus.

Candidates must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Successful candidates will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. citizenship required. Applicant must have the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

In addition to professionally rewarding challenges, SPA employees also enjoy an excellent benefits package that includes insurance, leave, parking, and more, plus a generous qualified 401(k) plan.

SPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/V/H)

Please visit our website at http://www.spa.com/careers and select job type "Operations Research Analysts" to apply.

Company Profile

Benefits

FAQ

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.

Business Focus: Professional Services

Industry Category: Aerospace / Aviation, Consulting Services, Defense, Public Policy / Think Tank

Local Offices: DC Metro Region

Total DC Employees: 410

Total Employees: 501

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is a growing business whose mission is to provide top-level decision makers with timely and objective assessments that integrate the technical, operational, programmatic, and business aspects of national security issues.

For a Flash profile of SPA, please click here

SPA uses proven management experience, seasoned technical judgement, and quantitative analytic techniques to assist senior executives and program managers in defining key issues, tradeoffs, and cost-effective solutions to facilitate decision making. We carry out our mission by conducting studies and analysis ranging from high-level, top-down requirements definition to system-specific engineering and tradeoff studies, both within and outside the defense community.

Since our founding in 1972, the following objectives have guided SPA:

* Perform interesting work that impacts important decisions
* Maintain marketplace integrity
* Maintain a high-quality staff
* Provide opportunity for individual initiative
* Provide a good working environment
* Remain profitable

SPA is proud that the value of our work has been recognized by satisfied customers over the years and of the trust those customers place in us.

Join the SPA Team and develop solutions to important problems.

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. offers its full-time employees an outstanding benefits package that includes the following:

- A high-quality group life and health insurance plan including major medical, dental, and vision coverage and a PPO option

- A qualified 401(k) plan with generous company contributions and the option to make additional individual contributions

- Flexible Spending Accounts- Health Care and Dependent Care

- A personal leave schedule graduated by salary and SPA service

- Free parking

- An Employee Assistance Program

- Tuition Assistance

- An Employee Recognition Program

1. What kind of work does SPA do?

- SPA conducts high-level technical analysis related to national security issues for the Department of Defense and other clients. We perform objective analysis to provide well thought out options in response to clients' problems. We endeavor to give clients the objective information that they need to know.

2. What is SPA's business philosophy?

- We believe that if we do high-quality, thoughtful work we will have the opportunity to address more challenging problems for top-level decision makers. In doing so, we strive to be a trusted agent to our clients.

3. What kind of qualifications are you looking for?

- SPA welcomes resumes from individuals from all stages of their professional life. We are interested in individuals who may just be starting their professional career as well as those transitioning from the military or those with significant civilian experience. People with notable program experience within the Navy and elsewhere in the Department of Defense are highly desirable, as are all individuals who can bring technical, programmatic, operational, or business expertise to our teams. A background in operations research, systems engineering, or national security policy is a plus.

4. What are the traits of successful people at SPA?

- Successful SPA employees demonstrate a high level of integrity and individual initiative. They are able to work productively in a team environment. SPA employees commonly work on complex problems where they must balance timeliness with analytic precision, while maintaining a high level of quality in their work.

5. What is it like to work at SPA?

- Working at SPA means working on challenging problems for top-level decision makers. You work on teams with individuals from a broad spectrum of professional disciplines dedicated to producing high quality, timely work; teams with a balanced mixture of people with and without military experience. SPA provides an especially good working environment for employees with state-of-the-art equipment and comfortable, attractive facilities.

DC's #1 Source for Jobs

Date Posted:

Career Level:

Pay Range:

Education:

Job Function:

Job Status:

Industry:

Job Division:

Job Code:

Contact Information:

Didn't find what you were looking for?

Keywords

Location

You may also be interested in...