Operations Research Analyst

AFELM US Space Command • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

Conducts operations in, from, and to space to deter conflict, defeat aggression, deliver space combat power for the Joint/Combined force, and defend U.S. vital interests with allies and partners. Serves as a technical/functional expert, leading comprehensive, scientific, and quantitative analyses of the space domain. Assesses the effectiveness and efficiency of USSPACECOM plans and operations using operations research methodologies. Serves as a technical expert and lead for data integration efforts, ensuring the development of a unified analytical environment that meets the needs of stakeholders and supports the achievement of mission objectives, utilizing data management best practices.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations.
• If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
• It is required that you (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if requested, submit to urinalysis testing.
• Position is designated special-sensitive and requires the employee obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET (TS) security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
• A degree in operations research; or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus.
• Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, or equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-11.
• Examples of specialized experience includes experience performing analytical, mathematical, and statistical theories, principles, and methods required to develop complex operational research models, conduct sophisticated campaign effectiveness assessments, and create forecasting models for long-range planning and trend analysis.
• Knowledge of joint operational planning principles, program goals, national security strategic guidance and campaign planning processes necessary to evaluate operational effectiveness and support strategic decision-making.
• Develops, integrates, and implements solutions to diverse, highly complex problems across multiple areas and disciplines.
• Expert knowledge of analytical, mathematical, and statistical theories, principles, and methods required to develop complex operational research models, conduct sophisticated campaign effectiveness assessments, and create forecasting models for long-range planning and trend analysis.
• Comprehensive knowledge of joint operational planning principles, USSPACECOM program goals, national security strategic guidance (including National Security/Defense/Military Strategies), and campaign planning processes necessary to evaluate operational effectiveness and support strategic decision-making.
• Advanced knowledge of DoD, CCMD, Joint Staff organizational structures, missions, and relationships necessary to effectively analyze and assess theater and global campaign planning, exercise outcomes, and wargame results within the strategic guidance framework.
• Expert skill in developing and applying research techniques, data mining methodologies, database management, and analytical tools to enhance operational performance, integrate diverse data sources, and ensure technical compliance with organizational requirements.
• Advanced skill in communicating complex analytical findings through executive-level briefings and reports, negotiating complex issues, and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders across organizational boundaries.
• Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and integrate complex operational data to develop innovative analytical solutions, conduct comprehensive assessments of exercises and operations, optimize resource allocation, and provide evidence-based recommendations for senior leadership decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a technical/functional expert, leading comprehensive, scientific, and quantitative analyses of the space domain.
• Assesses the effectiveness and efficiency of USSPACECOM plans and operations using operations research methodologies.
• Serves as a technical expert and lead for data integration efforts, ensuring the development of a unified analytical environment that meets the needs of stakeholders and supports the achievement of mission objectives, utilizing data management best practices.
• May be assigned other duties not included in this position description, but that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the incumbent.
• Employee may be required to accomplish additional duties as assigned.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
• May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• Handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree