Operations Research and Systems Analyst (ORSA)

Threat Tec, LLC•Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC

4d•$80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Threat Tec, LLC is an integrated technology and services company serving defense and commercial customers. It designs, delivers, and sustains training, readiness, and mission-support solutions that combine people, process, and technology to improve preparation, decision-making, and operational performance. The Operations Research and Systems Analyst (ORSA) provides analytical, technical, and operational support to military leadership, assisting with evaluation of strategic initiatives, operational requirements, force capabilities, and emerging threats. The role calls for strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) and Special Operations Forces (SOF) operations, and the ability to turn complex findings into actionable recommendations for senior-level decision-making. The position includes conducting analyses of military challenges and capability requirements; developing and reviewing evaluation documentation and analytical inputs; formulating research problems and study designs; analyzing operational data and assessing risks; and producing reports, briefings, and recommendations. The analyst coordinates with military staff and functional organizations and supports strategic planning, operational assessments, and future force capability development. The listed annual salary range is $80,000–$100,000. Actual compensation is determined by job-related factors, including experience, education, certifications, security clearance requirements, internal equity, and customer or contract requirements. The posting notes that duties may be changed or reassigned by management. Threat Tec, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and offers reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Operations Research or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
Demonstrated ability to conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses of complex military or operational problems.
Experience developing analytical methodologies, conducting research, and evaluating operational data.
Strong understanding of analytical techniques, problem formulation, and research design.
Ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear, actionable recommendations for nontechnical audiences.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports, assessments, and briefings.
Ability to collaborate effectively with military leadership, staff elements, and multidisciplinary teams.
Must possess an active TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience serving on a Department of Defense military staff, performing executive-level staff functions and facilitating bilateral information flow between commanders and subordinate units.
Working knowledge of Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC), including its organizational structure, mission, and operational responsibilities.
Familiarity with MARSOC future force capability requirements development and associated planning processes.
Familiarity with the Annual Joint Assessment (AJA) and Joint Military Assessment (JMA) processes.
Previous experience supporting USSOCOM, MARSOC, or other Special Operations Forces organizations.
Experience developing analytical products and recommendations supporting senior military leadership and strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive qualitative and quantitative analyses of complex military operational challenges, strategic initiatives, and capability requirements.
Review, develop, and provide analytical and technical input for evaluation documentation supporting USSOCOM and Service-level strategies, operations, activities, and emerging threats.
Formulate analytical problems, develop research methodologies, and design studies to evaluate operational effectiveness and mission requirements.
Support processes associated with the Annual Joint Assessment (AJA) and Joint Military Assessment (JMA), including developing and refining analytical inputs.
Analyze operational data, identify trends, assess risks, and develop actionable recommendations to enhance military readiness and operational effectiveness.
Translate complex analytical findings into clear reports, briefings, and recommendations for military leadership and non-ORSA subject matter experts.
Coordinate and integrate ORSA activities with military staff elements and functional organizations to ensure analytical products are operationally relevant and actionable.
Support strategic planning, operational assessments, and future force capability development initiatives.
Collaborate with military planners, analysts, and subject matter experts to support informed decision-making.
Prepare and present analytical findings, assessments, and recommendations to senior military leadership and stakeholders.