Modeling and Simulation Analyst at Systems Planning and Analysis

Alexandria, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Modeling, Simulation, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Statistical Analysis, Analytic Methodologies, Communication, Attention to Detail, Research, Collating Data, Cleaning Data, Military Operations, Technology Governance, AFSIM

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Overview Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The Joint, Office of the Secretary of War, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of War (DoW), Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues. The Acquisition and Technology Analysis Group within JOID specializes in the application of multi-disciplinary analytic skills to support multiple clients within the DoW. These clients include the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)), Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSW(A&S)), DARPA, Joint Staff, and USINDOPACOM. SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively. Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future. We have a near-term need for a Modeling and Simulation Analyst to provide onsite support out of Alexandria, VA. Responsibilities The candidate will work with a multidisciplinary team of modelers, operations, and technical analysts to support multiple clients within the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)). The candidate will leverage multiple analytic methodologies and techniques to conduct rigorous analysis of both structured and unstructured data. This role may require briefing and training of products and deliverables to both technical and non-technical audiences. To succeed in this role, the candidate will have robust analytical skills, clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize between long-term tasks and rapid response support. Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university 3-5 years of experience conducting research, analysis, and modeling and simulation Experience with collating, cleaning, and leveraging broad and varied datasets to produce rigorous analysis Experience with systems engineering, software engineering, or statistical analysis U.S. Citizen eligible for a DoW security clearance Able to work fully onsite based on client needs Desired: Familiarity with DoW Experience with the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration and Modeling (AFSIM) software Experience designing and employing repeatable analytic methods to data (structured and unstructured) Familiarity with science and technology development programs and military operations Active DoW Top Secret clearance

Responsibilities

The candidate will work with a multidisciplinary team to support clients within the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering. They will conduct rigorous analysis of both structured and unstructured data and may be required to brief and train audiences on products and deliverables.