Operations Research / Systems Analyst (ORSA)

Job Description

Job Description

Join a Mission-Driven Team at The GARRETT GROUP

At The GARRETT GROUP, we believe the best solutions begin with a great team of people. When you join us, you become part of a collaborative, mission-focused community committed to excellence in everything we do. We take pride in supporting our nation's most critical missions while creating an environment where our employees can thrive.

Our team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package-including a competitive 401(k) with company match, a competitive PTO rate, flexible work schedules, medical, dental, and vision coverage, short-term disability, and company-paid life insurance-because taking care of you enables you to take care of the mission.

Position: Operations Research / Systems Analyst (ORSA)

Location: Offutt AFB, NE

Position Overview

The GARRETT GROUP is seeking an Operations Research / Systems Analyst (ORSA) to support the United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Joint Exercises, Training, and Assessment Directorate (J7) under the Joint Exercise, Training, Assessment and Related Support (JETARS) contract.

The ORSA serves as a senior analytical expert applying advanced quantitative methods and operations research techniques to support USSTRATCOM's campaign and strategic assessment mission. The selected candidate will develop innovative analytical methodologies, lead cross-functional study efforts, and deliver decision-quality insights to inform senior leader decision-making across the strategic deterrence enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply advanced operations research methods to define, structure, and solve complex analytical problems supporting USSTRATCOM campaign and risk assessments.
• Develop, adapt, and apply quantitative models using techniques such as optimization, simulation, statistical analysis, and system dynamics.
• Collaborate with planners, intelligence analysts, data scientists, and SMEs to produce integrated, actionable assessments.
• Design and implement new analytical approaches and methodologies to address complex mission challenges across strategic deterrence, nuclear operations, and global strike domains.
• Execute analytical studies within defined cost, schedule, and performance constraints, delivering high-quality outputs.
• Develop and apply data collection methods, including surveys, structured elicitation, and automated data extraction.
• Utilize Python and R to perform statistical analysis, model development, and data processing.
• Support Agile workflows, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and iterative development cycles.
• Produce high-quality written products and executive briefings, clearly communicating analytical findings and defending methodologies.
• Coordinate with USSTRATCOM J7, Joint Staff, and interagency partners to provide quantitative analytical support.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience applying operations research methods and quantitative analysis techniques.
• Demonstrated expertise in modeling, simulation, statistical analysis, and optimization methods.
• Experience working in cross-functional analytical teams to deliver decision support products.
• Proven ability to develop innovative analytical approaches to complex organizational challenges.
• Experience executing analytical projects within defined timelines and resource constraints.
• Proficiency in Python and R for data analysis, modeling, and statistical computation.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and iterative development processes.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in operations research, data science, mathematics, engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with eligibility for NC2/ESI and Special Access Program (SAP) access (or ability to obtain within required timeframe).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting USSTRATCOM assessments, exercises, or strategic deterrence analysis.
• Familiarity with Joint Risk Assessment Methodology (JRAM) and advanced OR techniques (e.g., Bayesian networks, system dynamics modeling tools such as Vensim).
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Experience developing machine learning models or AI/ML pipelines.
• Prior experience supporting USSTRATCOM J7 or Combatant Command assessment teams.