Sr. Research/Data Analyst

Abacus Technology•Fairborn, OH

About The Position

Abacus Technology is seeking a Sr. Research/Data Analyst to support technical and acquisition programs at Wright Patterson AFB. This full-time position involves collecting, validating, analyzing, and presenting USAF operating and maintenance data. The analyst will use scientific inquiry and quantitative methods to develop mathematical models and computer programs to evaluate and predict aircraft parameter performance, and will work with USAF organizations and technical or engineering teams to improve data quality and support mission objectives.

Requirements

15 or more years of experience in research and data analysis, including at least 5 years working in a DoD environment.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in mathematics, computer science, one of the physical sciences, engineering, or a closely related scientific discipline.
Knowledge of quantitative techniques and methods used to develop, adapt, modify, and apply models to resolve problems or define and clarify alternative solutions.
Ability to participate in study teams; originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies; and execute projects or studies within established financial and time constraints.
Ability to design, build, and communicate findings using visualization techniques.
Ability to develop, maintain, and analyze data sets using MS Excel.
Ability to use Python for data cleaning, transformation, and automation.
Detail-oriented, with excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities and the ability to negotiate complex issues.
Good communication skills and ability to work professionally with all levels of an organization.
Must be a U.S. citizen and hold a current Secret clearance.
Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be subject to a U.S. government security investigation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Tableau.

Responsibilities

Collect data from various USAF operating systems and identify positive and negative trends.
Report detailed information using graphs, charts, and spreadsheets.
Examine and validate USAF maintenance data, including G081, Program Depot Maintenance Scheduling System (PDMSS), and Logistics Evaluation Assurance Program (LEAP), to ensure it produces meaningful information.
Collaborate and coordinate with USAF organizations to improve the accuracy of data inputs and achieve desired outcomes.
Independently develop mathematical models and computer programs using scientific inquiry to evaluate and predict aircraft parameter performance.
Use JMP, MATLAB, Simio, Python, and VBA for analysis and modeling.
Analyze data to identify operational patterns and performance metrics relevant to mission objectives.
Participate in study teams and execute projects or studies within established financial and time constraints.
Design, build, and communicate findings using visualization techniques.
Develop, maintain, and analyze data sets using MS Excel.
Work with technical or engineering teams to ensure proper support.