Operations Analysis Manager V

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* Description:

** Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most

Our Strategic Operations Research Analyst Manager in the Huntsville Operations Analysis Group  OAG   aka "Possum Works"  will join a dynamic team environment with a unique culture supporting a myriad of Independent Research and Development  IRAD  projects and selected program tasks   The chemistry of the team is critical to our success   You will need to be highly motivated to evaluate the effectiveness of strategic deterrence, strike & missile defense problem solutions at the conceptual level

Engaging in matters of national and international importance on broad ranging topics such as defense policy, threats, doctrine, and operations concepts, models and simulates operations using advanced visualization tools, threat models and command and control models to perform operations analysis and mission effectiveness  Provides a quantitative, rational basis for decision making through the application of logic and scientific disciplines and techniques including mathematics, statistical methods, engineering methods, operational mathematics techniques  linear programming, game theory, probability theory, symbolic language, etc  , and other principles and laws of scientific disciplines  Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions

In this role, you will perform the duties of Deputy of Operations Analysis Group  Assist the Senior Manager of the OAG in the administration of OA activities and personnel  Represent the OAG in the absence of the OAG Senior Manager  Leverage the OA Campaign Plan Database to manage tasks, personnel, and resources, ensuring quality OA products and alignment with LM Space priorities  Advise and assist analysts on the applications of analytic methods, tools, and processes  Facilitate open and clear communication up and down the chain  Manage OA capability set  people, skills, and tools  to be aligned with current and projected future needs  Assist in hiring new analysts when needed

As a leader, provide superior leadership to the OA group  Promote accomplishments and seek growth opportunities for the OA team  Foster a supportive, positive work environment  Set clear expectations and support progress toward defined objectives  Perform operations analysis as either study lead or team participant in OA analysis undertakings as assigned  In doing so, apply the 8 step analysis process to obtain traceable, supportable results that answer the overarching question in each case  Serve as the Subject Area Domain Lead in an appropriate area  Be up to date on the latest developments in the subject area;

take initiative to gather and disseminate information and data in the subject area

** The OAG Manager responsibilities will include:*
* - Serve as a lead consultant to top management in long range planning concerning new or projected areas of technical research and advancements, providing strategic coordination and thought leadership Cross Domains, Lines of Business  LoB , LM Business Areas  BAs , and Corporate which may form the basis of newly developed concepts, theories, and products and support Business Development

- Focus coordination internally, as well as coordination at all levels, LoB/BA/Corp/External, outreach, product and process, training, evangelism

- Promote of the use of Mission Integration Directorate  MI  in all appropriate facets of the LM Space Enterprise, and the evolution of the future of MI and the Operations Analysis discipline at LMCO

- Interface weekly with MI Chief Analysts, the MI Fellows, and MI Analysis and Assessment  A&A  Director

- Active participation in OAG AGILE meetings, bi weekly threat briefings, and required MI and OAG meetings

** Limited travel to support internal and external customer engagements*
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* Basic Qualifications:

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* - Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics or equivalent discipline

- Strong background in systems engineering principles, including…