Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist - DoD; Onsite

Position: Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist - DoD (Onsite)
Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist

Location:

ONR Global, Arlington, VA

Clearance:
Top Secret

Blue Path Labs is a fast-growing research and consulting company committed to solving complex problems for federal, state, and local government clients. We offer a range of professional, scientific, and technology services. Our specific areas of expertise include business consulting, research and data science, and technology integration.

We are actively seeking a Top Secret-cleared Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist with expertise in experimentation planning, modeling and simulation, and operations research to support our clients at the Office of Naval Research Global (ONR Global). Qualified candidates will design and execute data collection and analysis plans, conduct cost-benefit evaluations, and deliver technical assessments to guide Navy science and technology investment decisions.

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.

Work

Description:

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.

Responsibilities:
The Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist will support tasks such as:

* 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.

Minimum Requirements:

* 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.

Desired:

* Strong communications skills; familiarity with &DE roles and functions.

* Experience conducting portfolio‑level technical and cost analysis to support senior S&T investment decisions.

Benefits:

Blue Path Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include, but are not limited to: 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.

About Blue Path

Blue Path Labs combines mission and business insights with advanced technologies to deliver measurable performance improvements for our clients. Blue Path is dedicated to surpassing client expectations by always living by our core values of integrity, professionalism, and resilience. Blue Path's extensive experience in Government, Military, Commercial, and Academic environments is unique among small businesses and a core differentiator of our solutions.

Our multidisciplinary background allows us to solve diverse and complex problems. Most importantly, we work closely with our clients to frame problems correctly, optimize processes, leverage technologies, and implement enduring solutions. Labs are where ideas are born, experiments occur, and breakthroughs happen. It is the hallmark of Blue Path's culture.

Blue Path Labs is an equal opportunity employer.