Principal Operations Research Analyst (SME)

Diné Development Corporation

34d

About The Position

The Principal Operations Research Analyst (SME) – Wargaming & LVC serves as the chief analyst for major wargaming efforts (e.g., GLOMO/CS, LDLW, FG, GE) conducted in a Live–Virtual–Constructive (LVC) environment. This senior role leads enterprise-level OR strategy, designs and executes complex experiments, develops analytical frameworks for wargames and exercises, and mentors a team of analysts supporting a high‑visibility government customer. The role works closely with government stakeholders, operators, and technical teams to deliver rigorous, repeatable, and defensible analysis that informs operational plans, capability development, and strategic decision-making. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance required.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to government contract requirements.
• 12+ years of progressively responsible experience in operations research, data science, or a closely related analytical discipline, including significant experience supporting DoD or other U.S. government customers.
• PhD in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related field; or a Master’s degree in one of these fields with 15+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex OR studies or campaigns involving wargames, exercises, or LVC environments.
• Proven expertise in experimental design, statistical analysis, and model development for operational or strategic-level problems.
• Experience advising senior leaders and stakeholders, including developing and presenting concise, decision-focused findings and recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team of analysts, manage multiple concurrent efforts, and ensure on-time, high-quality deliverables.

Nice To Haves

• INFORMS CAP
• PMP
• experience with DoD wargaming constructs
• LVC simulation tools
• PWS alignment
• Air Force/joint/COCOM-level analysis

Responsibilities

• Serve as the chief operations research analyst for designated wargames and LVC events, ensuring analytical rigor from problem framing through final reporting.
• Lead enterprise OR strategy efforts, translating sponsor objectives and PWS requirements into structured analytical questions, models, and study plans.
• Design and oversee experimental methodologies for wargames, exercises, and simulations, including treatment/control design, measures of performance/effectiveness, and data collection plans.
• Develop, implement, and validate quantitative and qualitative models to assess concepts of operations, force design options, and operational risk.
• Direct the analysis of wargame and exercise data; synthesize findings into clear, actionable insights and recommendations for senior decision-makers.
• Prepare and deliver briefings, white papers, and technical reports to senior military and civilian leaders.
• Mentor and coach a team of OR analysts and data scientists; provide technical quality control and professional development guidance.
• Collaborate with operations, intelligence, and technical SMEs to ensure models, assumptions, and scenarios reflect current doctrine, capabilities, and threat environments.
• Coordinate closely with government leads to align analytical efforts with the PWS, schedule, and deliverable requirements.
• Support proposal, capture, and growth activities by contributing OR subject matter expertise and wargaming best practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, retirement savings with company match, paid time off, voluntary supplemental benefits, and access to an employee assistance program.
• The package also includes educational assistance, with tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree