OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST Jobs

Job PostingHurlburt Field, FL Top Secret/SCI Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified Salary not specifiedJob DescriptionDutiesPerforms complete studies of limited scope or portions of larger projects, modifying/adapting techniques to fit situations, some requiring innovative approaches.Utilizes scientific inquiry in the development of mathematical models and computer programs to evaluate and predict the ability to support assigned projects, studies, or problems.Provides technical guidance, advisory support, and assistance.Attends meetings, conferences, briefings, and seminars related to program planning, advanced technologies, and support system concepts.Accomplishes professional development and maintains technical proficiency through professional interaction with technical and professional societies, associations, academia, symposia, contractors, research and development organizations, by reading/reviewing technical journals and current literature, and participating in formal training programs.Requirements Conditions of employmentU.S. Citizenship RequiredMales must be registered for Selective Service, see be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement ProgramDisclosure of Political AppointmentsDepending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.This position has been designated by the DAF as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. (Continued)Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.Must exhibit a high degree of judgment, resourcefulness, originality, and the ability to foresee the impact of changing technology.Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft/vehicle to conferences, meetings, or functions away from the duty office/location. Travel may include overnight stays.At a minimum, qualification requirements stipulated by the US Office of Personnel Management for the 1515 occupational series must be met. A degree in operations research; or at least 24 semester hours (CONT'D)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 is required. (CONT'D)At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus.