Senior Operations Research Analyst/Studies Portfolio Lead

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

QinetiQ US is seeking an Operations Research Analyst to support the rapid development of technical projects and prototypes for the Department of Defense (DoD). The Operations Research Analyst will work within the Office of the Secretary of Defense and across the DoD to help decision-makers solve complex problems with a focus on identifying impactful capabilities that can be delivered quickly to the field

• Successful candidates should be proficient in DoD Acquisition lifecycle with experience in operational analysis across multiple domains 
• Familiar with the DoD Research, Development, Test and Evaluation ecosystem and lifecycle 
• Develop strategic and technical plans that blend technology and concepts of operation (CONOPS) to produce innovative capabilities to satisfy warfighter needs
• Evaluate proposed capabilities and provide recommendations for potential kinetic and non-kinetic analysis and projects
• Analyze innovative concepts utilizing Government furnished models and conduct red- teaming of proposed concepts to meet programmatic decision milestones
• Assess proposals for research and development (R&D) efforts, prototypes, demonstrations, and field trials to determine the technical merit of proposed objectives and methodologies
• Research and support Government activities including procurements, schedules, technical risk assessments, user impact assessments, and technology/system transfer efforts
• Provide routine administrative support to a RDT&E Program Manager including but not limited to scheduling industry days, coordinating with vendors to develop performance work statements, concept of operations, integrated master schedules etc. 
• Guides and supports acquisition management of current and future projects, including the total cost, schedule, and performance.
• Provides critical support in multi-disciplinary, multi-agency integrated product team of professional acquisition personnel across multiple sites nationwide.
• Leads development of acquisition products and materials in support of transition and transition partner Milestone Decision Authority gates.
• Routine administrative functions as required, scheduling, meeting prep, after action reports, escorting etc.
• Special projects as desired

• TS/SCI-Eligible - Currently hold an active TS/SCI or have held an SCI and have been debriefed in the last 24 months; #qinetiqclearedjob
• Bachelors in Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science or Science
• Minimum of 15 years of program management, operational, and analytical experience
• Service Level Acquisition Experience required
• Operational Analysis Experience in multi-domains preferred  
• Proficient in program management, systems engineering, and an in-depth knowledge of one or more of the following: (1) Long range fires; (2) Data science, artificial intelligence, deep learning systems, Autonomous systems; (3) Long range weapon kill chains; (4) Communications, networking, inter-networking in communications denied environments; (5) Cyber
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, excel and/or other equivalent program management tools.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work in a team environment, and be independently motivated.
• Travel up to 10% of the time to CONUS and OCONUS locations (Alaska, Hawaii, UK and EUROPE) 
• #LI-ONSITE

• Acquisition or government program management experience highly desired
• Experience in Special Access Programs (SAPs) and Space Based programs
• Master’s degree

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.