Blue Sky Innovators

Provides DoD/IC AI, cybersecurity, systems integration

Operations Research Analyst

Data ScienceUpdated on Nov 5

Full-timeArlington County, Arlington, VA, USA$120k - $190k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited university or equivalent service academy in operations research, or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics.
Comprehension of Air Force concepts and capabilities, and of U.S. military capabilities and operations more broadly, to integrate these concepts into modeling and simulation efforts.
Eight years of combined federal Department of War or Department of State experience, including at least three years of specialized operational experience in wargaming, modeling and simulation, or a combination of the two.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and associated personal-computing software such as Adobe Acrobat.
Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance.

Responsibilities

Apply mathematical modeling to support and enhance analysis of operational problems and airpower concepts to inform Air Force senior leaders.
Use accredited modeling and simulation tools to provide quantitative analysis of U.S. Air Force operational problems and emerging airpower concepts at the appropriate classification level.
Serve as the modeling and simulation subject-matter expert and recommend appropriate systems, programs, and methods to address division objectives.
Identify the capabilities and limitations of proposed modeling and simulation methodologies.
Design, conduct, and evaluate experimental operational models when models cannot be developed from existing data.

Desired Qualifications

A master's degree or PhD.

Blue Sky Innovators is seeking an Operations Research Analyst to join our team in Arlington, VA responsible for applying mathematical modeling to support and enhance analysis of operational problems and airpower concepts to better inform Air Force senior leaders.

The Operations Research Analyst will leverage accredited modeling and simulation (M&S) tools to provide quantitative analysis of USAF operational problems and emergent airpower concepts at the appropriate classification level. This individual will serve as the M&S SME and recommend appropriate systems, programs, and methods to address division objectives as well as highlight the capabilities and limitations of proposed M&S methodologies. Additionally, the analyst will design, conduct, and evaluate experimental operational models in cases where models cannot be developed from existing data.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree(s) from an accredited university or equivalent service academy in operations research; or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics.
Comprehension of Air Force concepts and capabilities specifically, and US military capabilities and operations more broadly, to better integrate these concepts into their M&S efforts.
Eight years of combined federal (DoW or DoS) experience with at least three years of specialized operational experience in either wargaming, M&S, or some combination of the two.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft (MS) Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and other associated software utilized in personal computing, e.g., Adobe Acrobat.
TS/SCI Clearance

Desired Qualifications:

Master’s or PhD

Salary range for the position is $120,000 - $190,000 per year. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.

Blue Sky Innovators, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified job seeker with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access http://www.blueskyinnovators.com as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, please email us at [email protected] and provide your name and contact information. Please note: this is only for job seekers with disabilities requesting an accommodation.

About the Company

Blue Sky Innovators

Provides DoD/IC AI, cybersecurity, systems integration

Blue Sky Innovators provides advanced technical and operational support to government and commercial clients, focusing on the DoD and Intelligence Community, with services in AI/ML data analysis, cybersecurity, and systems integration. Its approach combines professional services—such as SETA and acquisition support—with internal R&D in AI/ML and RF to turn research into deployable capabilities. The company differentiates itself through a defense-first leadership team, a workforce that includes many military veterans and personnel with TS/SCI clearance, and in-house development aligned to defense programs like DARPA and the Navy. Its goal is to deliver practical, field-ready technologies and specialized support that help DoD and IC programs succeed and bridge research to operational outcomes.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Reston, VA
Founded: Not listed

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