Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist - DoD; Onsite

Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist

Location:

ONR Global, Arlington, VA | Clearance:
Top Secret

NOTE:

This position is contingent upon contract award. We are currently seeking qualified candidates to include in our proposal for an upcoming government contract. Applicants selected may be contacted for further steps if the contract is awarded.

The Technical Specialist provides experimentation planning, operational analysis, and technical evaluation services to ONR Global's Experimentation & Analysis (E&A) Department. The role supports leadership decision‑making regarding Navy S&T investments. All work performed under this role is documented through required Weekly Status Reports, Monthly Status Reports, and Monthly Financial Status Reports.

• Develop and execute Data Collection and Analysis Plans (DCAPs) for all Technology Operational Experimentation Events (TOEEs) and associated Key Performance Parameters (KPPs).
• Design and apply mathematical and analytical models to assess technology performance in operational scenarios within ±20% accuracy.
• Conduct technical and cost‑benefit analyses of proposed E&A technologies to assess affordability and alignment with government future‑year planning budgets.
• Analyze E&A project portfolios to determine alignment with Naval Science & Technology focus areas and quantify the percentage of priorities aligned with strategic guidance.
• Identify and assess future E&A technology needs that no longer align with Naval Research Enterprise (NRE) strategic direction and provide analytical recommendations.
• Prepare and deliver weekly technical status reports, documenting progress, findings, and planned activities for E&A‑funded efforts.
• Document technical work and associated resource usage in Monthly Status Reports and Monthly Financial Status Reports, as required.
• Present and represent E&A technical data and project results at Program Officer Portfolio Reviews and Naval Research Enterprise (NRE) Technical Exchange Sessions.
• Represent E&A priorities and analyses at planning sessions, ONR Global team meetings, and other forums requiring E&A technical input.

• Master's degree in engineering, operations research, applied mathematics, or physical sciences plus 10 years of experience conducting technical analysis, experimentation, and operational assessment for DoD or Navy S&T programs. (Bachelor's degree with extensive experience considered.)
• Expertise in experimentation planning, modeling and simulation, operations research, and wargaming.
• Ability to deliver technical reports and analysis to senior stakeholders.

• Strong communications skills; familiarity with Naval Research & Development Establishment roles and functions.
• Experience conducting portfolio‑level technical and cost analysis to support senior S&T investment decisions.

Blue Path Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package, including employer‑sponsored healthcare, lifestyle & wellness reimbursement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), tuition reimbursement, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off for vacation / sick leave, in addition to 12 holidays per calendar year.

Blue Path Labs is an equal opportunity employer.