Operations Research​/Systems Analyst; ORSA - Expert

Purpose and Impact

This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs, and funding availability. We are seeking an Expert‑Level Operations Research / Systems Analyst (ORSA) to support the 55th Wing airborne ISR mission, delivering decision advantage through the application of quantitative analysis, intelligence tradecraft, and interdisciplinary methodologies. This position directly supports senior leadership by translating complex operational, cryptologic, and intelligence data into actionable insights for strategic, operational, and tactical decision‑making.

The ORSA will design, develop, and apply mathematical models, statistical analysis, data mining techniques, modeling & simulation, and decision analytics to address mission‑critical challenges across intelligence, ISR, and electromagnetic spectrum operations. This position requires strong technical rigor, extensive experience operating in DoD or Intelligence Community environments, and the ability to translate complex data and models into clear, actionable insights for senior leaders and operational stakeholders.

• Apply operations research and systems analysis methodologies to support intelligence and operational missions
• Provide expert cryptologic analysis leveraging knowledge of DCGS, SIGINT resource management, and MAJCOM/NSA multi‑INT capabilities.
• Support long‑term strategic planning of cryptologic operations and initiatives.
• Direct quantitative and qualitative analysis, modeling, simulation, and assessment of complex systems
• Evaluate courses of action, capabilities, risks, and trade‑offs to inform leadership decisions
• Provide expert‑level mission planning, campaign assessment, and operational analysis efforts
• Analyze large data sets to identify trends, patterns, and performance indicators
• Collaborate with analysts, planners, engineers, and subject matter experts across disciplines
• Ensure analytic rigor, transparency, and defensibility of methodologies and conclusions
• Safeguard classified information and comply with all DoD, Air Force, and IC policies and procedures

• Advanced proficiency in operations research, systems analysis, or applied analytics methods
• Prior experience supporting Air Force ISR operations or the 55th Wing mission
• Extensive experience with modeling, simulation, statistical analysis, or optimization techniques
• Deep understanding of ISR operations and intelligence cycles, SIGINT and multi‑INT integration, and cyber and electronic warfare environments
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary analytic teams
• Expert ability to synthesize complex data into clear, defensible conclusions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive‑level briefings
• Proficiency with standard analytic and productivity tools

• Willingness to comply with all DoD, Air Force, and IC security and conduct standards
• Ability to complete and maintain required training throughout contract performance
• Availability to support CONUS and OCONUS missions as required
• Responsible for maintaining qualifications and training unless Government‑directed

• TS/SCI eligibility with a favorable Tier 5 (T5) investigation. Some positions may require successful completion of a CI‑scope polygraph examination.

• Master’s degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, or related field or a bachelor’s degree plus 5 additional years of expert‑level experience (for a total of 20 years’ experience in lieu of a Master’s degree).

• 15 years of experience conducting operations research, intelligence analysis, or related analytic work with relevant experience (within the last 2 years) in defense, intelligence, ISR, or electromagnetic spectrum operations.

• Expert understanding of NSA and IC analytic frameworks
• Experience with advanced analytics tools (Python, R, MATLAB, etc.)
• Experience with campaign analysis, capability assessments, or force planning
• Familiarity with intelligence or operational planning processes
• Experience briefing senior military or civilian leaders

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.