Sr Operations Research Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Signalink, Inc. is seeking a motivated Senior Operations Research Analyst to join our expanding team in support of Army programs at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama.

Candidate will serve as the Sr Operations Research Analyst to an Army Product Office responsible for the development and defense of cost estimates to support acquisition decision-making. Candidate will plan, coordinate, and conduct independent cost analysis for the assigned program ensuring technical appropriateness, soundness, and accurate interpretation of results with regard to cost and budget. Perform the calculation and forecasting of the future costs of systems, projects/programs, resources, to support independent studies, funding decisions, and various management reviews (e.g., milestone reviews, budget reviews). Create and maintain lifecycle cost estimates in ACE-IT. Develop cost estimating methodologies based on available data sources. Perform the planning and development of controls and provide expert technical analyses, budgetary advice, and guidance regarding the development and implementation of resource allocations and plans in order to defend budget activities. Conduct analysis and provide recommendations by applying expert knowledge of a broad range of cost analysis strategies to include mathematics, statistical analysis, parametric and non-parametric analysis, computer modeling, regression analysis, and economic analysis. Coordinate with the PAE FIRES and PM IFMC Program Office Estimates for APBs and other milestone review documentation. Create documents and briefing charts that communicate current status and forecast on program with regard to cost. Receive and analyze Earned Value Management reports and make recommendations to Product Manager based on analysis.

At a minimum, the candidate must have:

• A bachelors degree in mathematics, statistics, or Operations Research is desired.
  
• History of supporting and engaging executive level leadership.
• Knowledge of US Army acquisition processes and experience working and closing actions/taskers that are briefed to higher headquarters and executive leadership. -
• Candidate must be able to work with minimum guidance in addressing actions, and then use their own knowledge, ingenuity, innovation and experience to complete the product.
• Candidate must be a resident of Huntsville, Alabama or be willing to relocate to the Huntsville, Alabama area.
• Position requires a Secret Security Clearance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication’s skills, people skills and enthusiasm are important, as well as the ability to handle a variety of tasks in a team environment. 
• The successful candidate will be highly organized, flexible and must demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to meet suspense’s.
• High understanding of MS Office suite and ACE-IT cost modeling experience is required.
• 10+ years of relevant work experience is desired.

What We Offer:

Our industry-leading benefits package goes above and beyond competitive salary commensuration for those just beginning their career and seasoned professionals alike. Our comprehensive benefits package includes full coverage medical insurance, multiple retirement plan options, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and work/life benefits including career development and recognition programs. Other perks we offer are flexible work schedules, company-sponsored events, and educational assistance.

 

Disability Accommodation for Applicants:

Signalink, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online systems and need accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following alternative email address to contact us about your interest in employment at View email address on us.fitly.work.

Company Overview:

​​Founded in 2005, Signalink is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) specializing in Engineering Design and Development, Prototyping, and Systems Integration to the Department of Defense, Aerospace, and Commercial Industries.

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​AS9100D with ISO 9001:2015 certified with a commitment to excellence, Signalink provides the very best Information Engineering, Technical Solutions & Services and Operations support to our customers cost effectively and efficiently. We will accomplish everything we do in an ethical, honest, and professional manner.

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​Signalink, Inc., provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit, based factors