OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST
What you'd do
You will serve as a Operations Research Analyst of MARCORSYSCOM/Portfolio Acquisition Executive-Mission Systems.
Major duties
You will develop complete mathematical models and documentation to support timely decision making for stakeholders and senior leaders across programs using statistical methods and analytical tools to convert data into insights for cost analysis. You will develop cost estimates and analytical products using automated cost estimating integrated tools, statistical techniques, and diverse data systems to advise technical financial and program managers on complex decisions and requirements. You will manage cost programmatic and technical data by planning and executing procedures for collection review acceptance storage retrieval update and dissemination using enterprise data systems to ensure accurate reporting compliance. You will provide leadership and guidance on highly complex and unprecedented analytical problems, applying policy knowledge and best practices while coordinating cross functional teams and communicating results to senior personnel stakeholders. You will apply statistical and mathematical techniques and a wide range of analytical tools to perform operations research analysis, and advise program and financial managers on solving complex problems and improving program outcomes. You will establish and maintain liaison with program managers, headquarters personnel, other federal agencies, and organizations to ensure requirements definition, adequate funding, and alignment of analytical results with program objectives.
What you need to qualify
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or NH-03 pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: -Knowledge of the principles and theories of applied statistical methods and techniques related to a specific subject-matter field or a particular statistical function. -Ability to perform statistical analyses and to conduct operations research studies and projects. -Ability to communicate effectively in writing and other than in writing. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
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