OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST

Job DutiesYou will perform and lead life cycle cost analysis to inform strategic decisions.You will develop cost models, cost estimating processes, cost risk assessment techniques and the collection and analysis of data.You will assess estimates by evaluating technical data, cost estimating methods, and rules and assumptions submitted by agencies, program offices, or contractors.You will lead Program cost estimates and perform cost analysis for Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAPs) acquisition categories I through IV, major Weapons Systems, and spares acquisitions programs.You will measure and evaluate operator/system performance and apply statistical and analytical evaluative techniques to acquisition programs.You will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for the execution of complex issues by providing technical guidance, direction, and/or strategies for execution.You will conduct investigations and analyses on various Department of Command level matters and issue advice and recommendations to high-level executives.You will develop and conduct formal and informal training sessions on cost analysis procedures, data analytical evaluation techniques, and policy.