Operations Research and Data Science Manager

KBR•San Antonio, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security. We are seeking a motivated Operations Research and Data Science Manager to join our dynamic team in San Antonio, TX, to oversee and approve task planning and execution on several large projects.

Requirements

BA / BS in Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, or related field
10+ years of overall experience
5+ years of experience in data-centric / analytical program/project management.
Minimum Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS, SCI, SAP.
Experience in designing and supervising the development of complex systems of systems and enterprise architectures.
Proven track record in managing and delivering complex projects. Experience should include managing projects for senior decision makers.
Demonstrated leadership skills in a collaborative environment.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and proven ability to work effectively within all organizational levels, including senior DoD leadership.
Previous experience in the defense sector or with DoD projects.
Proven ability to recommend, embrace and implement change in a fast-paced, high-performing, hand-picked organization.

Nice To Haves

MA / MS in Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, or related field
10+ years of experience in data-centric / analytical program/project management.
Interest in and experience with the latest system modeling and engineering techniques and languages.

Responsibilities

Assist customers in understanding analysis needs, clarifying decision options, leading teams in conducting fact-based studies to provide data-informed solutions, and presenting findings to senior leaders.
Recommend and refine detailed operational requirements for emerging Dept of the Air Force domain awareness visualization and data fusion technologies.
Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation to achieve aggressive project timelines and cutting-edge technology outcomes.
Recommend and leverage software modeling and test tools to validate performance.
Mentor junior and senior team members and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success.