Operations Analyst

Operations AnalystAre you passionate about solving complex problems to maximize America's warfighting capabilities? Do you want to integrate Air, Space, Surface, Ground, Undersea, and Cyber warfare domains using state-of-the-art software and computing? Are you looking to apply your operations analysis expertise in a collaborative, inquisitive environment where your work directly impacts U.S. national security?If so, consider joining the General Dynamics Mission Systems team. We want innovators who will leverage their operations analysis background to expand capabilities at the leading edge of technology.As an Operations Analyst, you will:Identify patterns and trends within battlefield environments to analyze interacting sensor, tracker, communication, and weapon systems across multi-domain, mission-level operations — translating observations into actionable insights that inform approaches and support decision-makingCollaborate with domain and technology experts to determine how to most effectively integrate key enablers and effects in a multi-domain environment, including trend discovery, risk assessment, options analysis, and documentation of uncertaintiesPresent analyses through white papers, briefings, and presentations to both technical specialists and senior decision-makersQualifications:PhD or MS in a technical or scientific field (Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related) with 15+ years of relevant experienceExperience working within Special Access communities, particularly developing or integrating systems across Air, Space, Surface, Ground, Undersea, or Cyber warfare domains is highly preferredExperience with modeling and simulation frameworks such as AFSIM for multi-domain, mission-level analysis is highly desiredUnderstanding of military operations, tactics, strategies, and trade-off considerations, including at the Combatant Command levelExperience leading teams, managing workflow and workload balancing, and supporting internal/external engagementsExceptional written and oral communication skills with demonstrated experience authoring materials and presenting complex ideas to diverse audiencesExperience leveraging AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code or Codex to accelerate analysis, modeling, and rapid prototyping is a plusAbility to work effectively both collaboratively and independentlyMust possess or be able to obtain a Top-Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship requiredAdditional experience in the following areas is a plus:Experience designing and conducting analytical wargames — including automated, LLM-driven, and tabletop formats — to explore strategy, force structure, and capability trade-offsFamiliarity with Counter-UAS (C-UAS) operations, technologies, and threat analysisExperience supporting Homeland Security missions, including border and critical infrastructure defenseSalary NoteThis estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.Combined Salary RangeUSD $214,091.00 - USD $231,654.00 /Yr.Company OverviewGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Progeny Systems Corporation