Senior Operations Research Analyst/AFSIM Modeler
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Senior Operations Research Analyst/AFSIM ModelerBelong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
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.
Why Join Us?
- Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
- Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
Key Responsibilities:
KBR is seeking a Senior Operations Research Analyst/AFSIM Modeler to join a multi-disciplinary team consisting of operational military and intelligence subject matter experts (SMEs), operations research analysts, modelers, and software engineers who conduct modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) of emerging concepts for the Defense Advanced Projects Research Agency (DARPA) using advanced MS&A techniques and tools. The selected candidate will:
- Participate in the definition and execution of study plans, instantiate simulation designs, run simulation experiments, analyze results, and create quality deliverables.
- Must be able to work independently with little direction or guidance except in the most complex of situations.
- Lead—and/or participate in—the conduct of studies for senior-level military decision makers, technology developers, and acquisition professionals for use in CONOPS development, force structure design, resource allocation, and targeted technology insertion.
- Develop, implement, and execute an experiment design approach, identify key metrics for simulation output, analyze results, generate insights and information, and present findings to senior DoD leaders.
- Conduct pre- and post-simulation analyses as needed.
- Develop and/or instantiate platform and system models, model behaviors, and model hierarchies in the designated modeling & simulation (M&S) environment as needed.
Work Environment:
- Location: On-site
- Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
- Working Hours: Standard
Qualifications:
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or related STEM discipline with 10 years of relevant experience, or
- Master's Degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or related STEM discipline with 8 years of relevant experience
- A minimum of 4 years of MS&A experience with AFSIM
- Strong knowledge of simulation analysis and experiment design & analysis techniques
- Skilled in R, MATLAB, Python, JupyterLab and/or Jupyter Notebook
Desired:
- Master’s Degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or related STEM discipline with 12 years of relevant experience
- A minimum of 6 years of MS&A experience with AFSIM
- Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) or equivalent certification
- Deep knowledge of simulation analysis and experiment design & analysis techniques
- Expertise in R, MATLAB, Python, JupyterLab and/or Jupyter Notebook
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40hrs
Basic Compensation:
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Additional Compensation:
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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