Submarine Operations Analyst

Sonalysts, Inc.•Middletown, RI

7d•$110,000 - $165,000

About The Position

Sonalysts is seeking a Submarine Operations Analyst to support the U.S. Navy in identifying and mitigating operational and technical risks affecting future submarine missions. The analyst will conduct risk assessments that inform submarine design, procurement, and employment; evaluate emerging technologies and concepts; and provide actionable recommendations. The role involves collaborating with Navy officers, engineers, and policymakers and translating complex analysis into clear briefings and reports. Projects may include future warfighting and operations scenario development and analysis, System of Systems Operations Analysis, and analysis and modeling of unmanned systems operating with or independently of submarines. The analyst will use operational and technical experience to help government teams assess technologies for mitigating operational risks, and apply submarine-force knowledge to a range of non-Department of Defense projects and initiatives. Sonalysts is a small, 100% employee-owned business supporting defense and commercial customers. The salary range is $110,000–$165,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and other relevant business criteria. The company offers a flexible time program and professional development opportunities, among other benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or analysis field.
U.S. citizenship.
Active Department of Defense SECRET security clearance and eligibility for TS/SCI.
Qualification as Submerged Officer of the Deck.
At least 6 years of experience in at-sea submarine operations.
Experience communicating complex issues to executive leaders using data-driven analysis to support critical decisions.
Proficiency with analytical tools such as MATLAB, Python, or similar.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or Ph.D. in Operations Research or an equivalent field.
Experience as a submarine Department Head or Executive Officer on an operational SSN, SSGN, or SSBN.
Experience in tactical operations and employment.
Experience applying advanced analytical techniques to complex problems.
Experience drafting technical reports, policy briefs, or briefing decks for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Lead risk assessments informing the design, procurement, and employment of future submarines.
Evaluate emerging technologies and concepts and recommend solutions to support fleet safety and effectiveness.
Collaborate with senior Navy officers, engineers, and policymakers.
Translate complex data and analysis into clear briefings and reports for decision-makers.
Conduct future warfighting and operations scenario development and analysis.
Perform System of Systems Operations Analysis.
Analyze and model operations of unmanned systems that work with or independently of submarines.
Support government teams in assessing technologies to mitigate operational risks.
Apply submarine-force knowledge and experience to non-DoD projects and initiatives.