Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist

Spectrum Comm Inc•Arlington, VA

About The Position

This position supports ONR Global’s Experimentation & Analysis mission by helping the Navy evaluate, test, and understand emerging technologies before they move into broader investment or transition decisions. The Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist will play a central role in designing experimentation approaches, developing analytical models, evaluating technical performance, and translating complex data into actionable insights for senior Science and Technology leaders. This is an opportunity for a highly experienced technical professional to influence the direction of Navy S&T investments by applying experimentation planning, operations research, modeling and simulation, and data-driven analysis to real-world operational challenges.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in: Civil engineering, Mechanical engineering, Materials engineering, Industrial engineering, or A closely related engineering or physical science discipline.
10+ years of experience in Science and Technology development.
Demonstrated expertise in: Experimentation planning, Operations research, Data Collection and Analysis Plans, Modeling and simulation, Wargaming, Technology Innovation Games, Analytical methods supporting investment decisions.
Ability to prepare technical execution reports, portfolio progress reports, and collaboration site updates.
Active Top Secret U.S. Government security clearance at time of contract award.

Nice To Haves

Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience working with Navy or Department of Defense Science and Technology organizations.
Understanding of the Naval Research Enterprise, including ONR program officers, science advisors, and S&T development processes.
Ability to brief senior leaders and translate complex technical analysis into practical recommendations.

Responsibilities

Support ONR Global leadership in evaluating emerging technologies and their operational relevance.
Develop and execute Data Collection and Analysis Plans for Technology Operational Experimentation Events.
Build mathematical models to compare and assess technology performance in operational scenarios.
Analyze experimentation results and provide decision-quality recommendations to government leadership.
Conduct cost-benefit and technical feasibility assessments of proposed E&A technologies.
Assess whether technology investments align with Naval S&T priorities, operational needs, and future-year planning budgets.
Identify technology areas that may no longer align with current Naval Research Enterprise strategic guidance.
Prepare clear, concise technical reports, progress updates, and executive-level summaries.
Present project data and technical findings at portfolio reviews, technical exchanges, planning sessions, and ONR Global meetings.
Coordinate with program officers, science advisors, warfighters, acquisition sponsors, transition sponsors, and members of the Naval Research and Development Establishment.