Operations Research Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:Vali Incorporated seeks a highly qualified candidate to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) as an Advanced Analyst Level I in cost estimating and analysis. This position will support the development, fielding, and integration of the MDA Missile Defense System. Cost Estimating support includes development and maintenance of Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCE) and models for Defense Acquisition programs, cost analysis, schedule analysis, quality reviews of program cost estimates and conducting cost estimate excursions. Essential Responsibilities:Advanced level analyst in cost estimating, operations research, mathematics, economics, engineering, science, or business fieldsPossess substantial expertise to accomplish cost analysis, apply costing methods, research cost analysis models, perform schedule analysis, and conduct quality reviews and estimates of existing or future complex weapon systemsPerform independent analyst work that involves designing, developing, and adapting mathematical, statistical, econometric, and other scientific methods and techniquesAnalyze management problems and provide advice and insight about the probable effects of alternative solutions to these problemsLead, plan, formulate, and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functionsWork independently and lead teams in solving problemsSpecialized related extensive knowledge, skills, and abilities in the analysis fieldProvide daily supervision and direction to support teams and junior analystsEducation/Experience Requirements:Bachelor 's or Master's Degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Operations Research, Economics, Statistics, or Business Analytics.Cost Estimating, Budget/Financial Management, Systems Engineering, or Data Analytics. Must have a minimum of 7 years' experience with a bachelor's degree or 6 years' experience with a master's degree.Excellent oral and written communication skillsExceptionally strong analytical skills and be detail orientedMust possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearanceDesired Experience:Strong knowledge of MS Office with demonstrated experience in Excel, including advanced functions, pivot tables, and queriesWorking knowledge ACEIT, @Risk, Crystal Ball or other similar parametric and cost risk toolsMembership and certification in International Cost Estimating and Analysis Association (ICEAA)Knowledge of planning, formulating and applying DoD Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution System (PPBES) methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functionsMust Work independently and conduct strategic high-level coordination activitiesMust be a self-starter able to support multiple complex projects simultaneouslyVali, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

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