Junior Operations Research Analyst

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long‑term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin‑off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest‑priority national security and space missions. Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact. Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin‑off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment. Key Responsibilities: KBR is seeking a Junior Operations Research Analyst to support Headquarters, US Air Force (HAF) A5/7, Force Modernization, at both client sites in the Pentagon and Joint Base Anacostia‑Bolling. The applicant will employ data science, mathematics, statistics, operations research, data analytics, engineering, computer science, etc. All of this is in support of the analysis of future Air Force capabilities and concepts. The team will conduct research of military concepts and capabilities and develop and study concepts of employment and vignettes to support wargaming. In addition, the team provides support with data analytics and data visualizations utilizing various parametric techniques. Operations research is used to support the analysis of HAF A5/7 concepts and requirements to assist with the development of Program Objective Memorandum (POM) recommendations. Such recommendations are based on coherent, analytically‑sound evidence as captured in credible, validated digital models. Models are used to facilitate robust collaborations among Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) across all divisions of HAF A5/7 and across stakeholder organizations, such as HAF A8 and A9, AFRL, and the Space Force. Models of the different AF missions and functions form constituent parts of a Mission Architecture that over time can become an Authoritative Source of Truth (ASoT) about future AF operations. Location: On‑site, Ability to work 100% on‑site at the Pentagon and/or other National Capital Region government facilities. Travel Requirements: Minimal 0‑20%, supporting strong work‑life balance Working Hours: Standard Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field. 1‑4 years of experience in operations research or related technical field. Strong written communication and analytical reporting skills.Active TS/SCI clearance. Ability to work 100% on‑site at the Pentagon and/or other National Capital Region government facilities. Active TS/SCI clearance. Familiarity with campaign analysis and operational assessment methodologies.Experience with modeling and simulation tools used within DoD analytical environments.Experience supporting Joint, coalition, or interagency wargames. Knowledge of force design, capability development, JCIDS, DOTMLPF‑P analysis, and concept experimentation.Experience supporting strategic competition, contingency planning, or theater campaign planning activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr KBR, Inc.