Operations Research Analyst

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers technical solutions to complex national security issues and supports government customers. The company is seeking a Junior Operations Research Analyst to support Department of Defense programs by developing models, running simulations, analyzing data, and communicating findings to senior decision makers.

What you'll do:

• Support the development of digital models of complex real-world systems using commercial and proprietary tools
• Assist in the design, build, and execution of constructive simulations using best practices for design of experiments
• Analyze data sets using analytic frameworks and statistical methods
• Prepare presentations, reports, and other deliverables to convey findings and recommendations
• Balance tasks across multiple projects and maintain regular communication with task leads

What they're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Data Science, or a closely related field
• Coursework, internship, or academic project experience with data analysis and visualization using Excel, Python, R, Tableau, or similar tools
• Ability to apply structured, rigorous analytic methodologies to complex problem-solving
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear technical presentations
• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Internship, co-op, ROTC, or academic project exposure to DoD organizations, acquisition programs, or capability development activities
• Familiarity with modeling and simulation tools commonly used in defense analysis (e.g., CAMEO, MagicDraw, Sparx EA, AFSIM, STK, AnyLogic) or mission-level modeling and simulation
• Knowledge of design of experiments, statistical modeling, machine learning methods, AI agentic training
• Softwared development, programming knowledge

Benefits:

• Variable compensation opportunities
• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life and disability insurance programs
• Paid and unpaid time away from work
• Training will be provided