Senior Operations Research Analyst

Senior Operations Research/Systems AnalystParsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Operations Research/Systems Analyst to join our team! In this role you will apply operations research and systems analysis methodologies to support Operations in the Information Environment (OIE).What You'll Be Doing:Provides quantitative, decision-focused analysis that informs planning, execution, and assessment.Supports J39 leadership by translating complex operational problems into structured analytic models that improve understanding of tradeoffs, risk, and effectiveness.Designs and executes analytic studies, simulations, and models to evaluate OIE COAs, LOEs, and operational concepts, assessing feasibility, resource requirements, timelines, and risk. Conducts cost-benefit, risk, and performance analyses to compare options and support COA development, wargaming, and decision briefs.Integrates data from intelligence reporting, operational assessments, commercial analytics, and planning inputs to assess system behavior, dependencies, and potential second- and third-order effects in the information environment.Supports assessment planning by helping define measurable indicators, thresholds, and decision points, ensuring OIE activities are learnable and adaptable.Collaborates closely with planners, analysts, assessment managers, data scientists, and operational stakeholders to ensure analytic outputs are operationally relevant, transparent, and defensible.Communicates complex findings through clear visualizations and executive-level briefings, enabling commanders and staff to make informed, risk-aware decisions.What Required Skills You'll Bring:Bachelors degree and 13+ years experience. Years of comparable experience can be used in lieu of degree. (HS diploma 17+ years, Associates 15+ years, Masters 10+ years)Must have a current/active TS/SCI clearance or higherSalary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!