Experiment Planner Principal

DescriptionSAIC is looking for a qualified individual to fill the role of Experiment Planner Principal to support the Naval Warfare Development Center, Norfolk, Virginia.JOB DESCRIPTION:The candidate will work as an integral part of the Navy Warfare Development Center (NWDC) N8 Experimentation Directorate and provide planning, coordination, and facilitation of experiments/events conducted as part of the Fleet Experimentation (FLEX) Program and other DOD/DON experiments managed by NWDC. NWDC’s objective is to employ teams of expert personnel capable of planning and executing FLEX events while objectively collecting and analyzing data to develop findings and actionable recommendations to drive capability development, investment, and transition outcomes. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:This effort includes supporting NWDC in planning, designing, executing, analyzing and reporting on FLEX efforts. The candidate will support FLEX efforts in the following areas:Experiment baseline assessment developmentInitiative developmentEvent design and executionData collection and analysis planningPost-experiment analysis and reporting developmentGeneral support for all experiment administrative requirements linked to the execution of the event/initiativeDESIRED CANDIDATE CHARACTERISTICS:Ability to utilize statistical analysis, simulations, predictive modeling, or other methods to analyze information and recommend practical solutions. Conduct rigorous analysis and evaluation of concept development, including examination of various proposals/positions or tests.Provide primary analysis support for fleet experiments including war games, tabletop analysis, Fleet Battle Experiments, fleet exercises and experiments, Limited Objective Experiments (LOEs) and joint warfare experiments.Develop the best methods/approaches to establish underlying data relationships based on experiment objectives.Assist in the development of experiment objectives, plans, and recommended courses of action throughout the lifecycle of the experiment.Fully participate in all phases of experiments including assisting in the execution of the Initial Planning Conference, Main Planning Conference, Final Planning Conference, Execution, and Post Execution activities.Assist in the KM of experiments using government provided portals or websites for event, initiative and analysis document development.Possess strong writing skills enabling preparation of briefs, white papers and other documentation related to Navy experimentation at the Flag Level.Provide technical and tactical subject matter expertise to NWDC government and contractor leads for experimentation events/initiatives.Conduct coordination with principal stakeholders of FLEX efforts.Assist and advise in aligning and coordinating experimentation initiatives with Fleet events and venues.Develop or assist in the development of the data collection and analysis plan and experiment plan.Conduct experimentation event/initiative planning, design, and execution.Produce post-experiment briefings and support.Develop final experiment reports based on analytical rigor.Develop post-experiment doctrine, organization, training, materiel, leadership and education, personnel, facilities, and policy (DOTMLPF-P) recommendations.QualificationsREQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's degree in operations research or at least 24 semester hours in operations research preferred; however, documented (and recent) experience in this area is acceptable and ten (10) years of experience; four (4) additional years of experience accepted in lieu of degree. Educational requirements may be adjusted or waived for applicable work experienceWork experience may be adjusted for highly specialized knowledge or uniquely applicable experienceDemonstrated understanding of naval warfare principlesQualified candidates must have fleet operating, planning, and exercise experienceMust be proficient in MS Office applications and have advanced writing skills. Candidate will draft and deliver reports for senior officers and executive civiliansMust be able to work in a team and individual environmentTravel may be requiredREQUIRED CLEARANCE: Must have TS security clearance and with SCI accessDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Former or retired Naval officer with operational experience – air, surface, subsurfaceNumbered Fleet experience desiredMaster’s degree preferred with 8 or more years’ relevant experienceAdvanced knowledge or experience with unmanned systems (UxS), intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR) systems, fires, or naval weapons systems preferredJob Field: Defense/IntelTravel: Yes, 10 % of the Time