Operations Research Analyst - Journeyman

DS2 is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Operations Research Analyst - Journeyman who has experience developing cutting edge solutions in the defense of the United States. We are looking for a Research Analyst with 3-10 years of experience. If you are passionate about augmenting and assisting military and civilian staff in producing analysis to support decisions and have experience in this area and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, then we invite you to apply for an open position on our team. Work location is in the DS2 office in Niceville, FL.

Our team supports the Joint Technical Coordinating Group for Munitions Effectiveness (JTCG/ME) in its mission to provide a mechanism for inter-service efforts to improve the databases and analytical methodologies the Joint force uses to determine non-nuclear weapons effectiveness. JWS is a key component of this mission, as it is designed to support U.S. and allied military planners in selecting the most effective munitions and delivery tactics to achieve specific target effects. Its primary purpose is to provide a standardized, scientifically-based tool for weaponeering — the process of matching weapons to targets to produce a desired level of damage or effect.

The successful candidate will be an adaptable, agile, experienced analyst who is a consummate team player capable of researching, analyzing, and engineering solutions to meet customer demand for flight testing tools and software. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, possess effective communication skills, and have experience with performance prediction, test planning, and test execution.

Qualified candidates must be a U.S. Citizen, possess an active DoD Secret clearance and be able to maintain a Secret security clearance in order to perform this work. Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful award of the associated contract, anticipated to begin in August, 2025.

********Who is DS2?

Founded in 2012, DS2 provides full life-cycle software engineering services to DoD, federal, and commercial clients using mature agile, scrum, and SAFe practices. We are an organization that is committed to teamwork with a clear focus on the customer and a belief that hiring talented individuals will help us meet our vision of “Engineered to Exceed Expectations”. DS2 employees exemplify our core values and demonstrate a passion for building cutting-edge solutions that deliver value to our customers. We are always looking for new teammates with an aptitude and passion for supporting the Department of Defense.

Responsibilities — What you'll do:

• Conduct and participate in short notice as well as long-term analytical studies and assessments using a variety of tools and techniques to include qualitative, spreadsheet, and computer simulation-based analyses
• Assist in the development of analysis plans for trade-off studies of Air Force combat aircraft and weapon requirements, modernization, and new acquisitions. Typical studies include weapon capability analyses, aircraft survivability analyses, current and future combat aircraft inventory requirement analyses, and weapon acquisition analyses
• Use available data, subject matter expert knowledge, and best judgement, create and maintain input data for computer simulations including, but not limited to, Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM), Combat Forces Assessment Model (CFAM), Weapons Effects Analysis and Probability Software (WEAPS), and Joint Munitions Effectiveness Manual (JMEM) Joint Weaponeering System (JWS)
• Run computer simulations and analyze output data, verify and validate the results, and adjust simulation inputs as required to align output with actual and/or expected results in a real-world environment
• Present analysis of simulation output to include insights, conclusions, and recommendations in written documents and verbal briefings for review by Air Force decision makers
• Attend and participate in meetings both locally and at other locations as a subject matter expert on air combat analysis
• Complete computer based and in person training as required by the government and company policy.

Qualifications — We need someone who:

• ****Has experience with AFSIM
• Has experience in Air Combat (preferably Air-to-Air), fighter aircraft weapons systems, and weapons employment
• Has experience developing study plans that include background, purpose of study, scope/limitations, critical assumptions and constraints, measures of effectiveness, study parameters and variables, methodology description, data requirements and schedule
• Has experience in programming in C/C++, Fortran, R, Python, MATLAB, and SQL and using Microsoft Office products
• Is a U.S. Citizen
• Has an active DoD Secret clearance. A Secret clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment

Preferred — It's even better if you:

• Have 3+ experience in analysis and modeling of modern air combat aircraft and other airborne systems
• Have experience collecting and establishing the pedigree of input data, conducting risk analysis; model manipulation and modification

Benefits — What we do for you:

• Flexible work schedule
• Educational opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan repayment
  • Certification reimbursement + bonuses
  • Catered monthly tech talk lunches on topics picked by you and your teammates
• Excellent healthcare, dental, and vision coverage, including STD, LTD, and AD&D
• Generous paid time off + holidays
• 401K savings plan with company-matching contributions up to 4%
• Sponsored community and volunteer events, like beach cleanups, 5Ks, and more
• Snacks and beverages included
• The occasional foosball or Mario Kart match

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.