Operations Research Analyst
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Operations Research AnalystBelong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.
Why Join Us?
- Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
- Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
We are seeking an Operations Research Analyst to join our team and conduct assessments and studies in support of the United States Space Force at Peterson SFB in Colorado Springs, CO. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.
Qualified candidates will serve on an analysis team of operations research analysts and operational military subject matter experts. Qualifications should include the ability to coordinate with senior managers and decision makers to identify and solve a variety of problems and clarify management objectives. The analyst will work as part of a contractor team working alongside a broader team of government and contract staff.
Experience with military operational assessments and in-depth experience with Space Force missions and operations are highly desired.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in operations research, mathematics, statistics, data science, or other technical field
- 7+ years of experience
- General understanding of the United States Space Force missions and operations
- Willingness to learn about DoD space and joint force programs
- Creativity and flexibility to work in a dynamic environment
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- High motivation to provide decision-quality information and recommendations to senior leaders
- An active TS/SCI security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master of Science degree in operations research or related technical field
- Knowledge of space operations, space capabilities, or experience in DoD space and joint force programs
- Familiarity with at least one of the Space Deltas and their respective mission areas
- Executive briefing skills
- Experience with Python, R, or other analytic software
- Experience with software development or the development of web-based applications
- Experience building analytic dashboards with visualizations of the underlying data
Compensation:
For Colorado: The salary range for this position is approximately $130,000 - $145,000.
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Other Compensation:
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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