Description<div>We have an exciting opportunity to join us in supporting one of our valued customers as a Senior Operations Research Analyst (Accelerator Program Administrator) to work out of Tucson, AZ. We have an exciting opportunity supporting ARCWERX Innovation Center in Tucson, AZ developing and executing our Innovation Management System designed to manage innovation from opportunity concept through to fielded capabilities. Operations Research Analysts work with field level innovation leads to evaluate opportunity concepts, identify uncertainties and assumptions, and build learning campaigns to buy down uncertainty, analyze technology feasibility and operational viability, work with end users to identify transition pathways, and implement innovation progression metrics to track progress. Responsible for a wide variety of detailed operational research responsibilities, operations, or proposals. Participates in analysis and evaluations of capabilities and operational concepts to identify technology feasibility, operational viability, cost impacts, and more. Assesses, prepares, and provides mission short- and long-range goals, objectives, and initiatives to be presented to senior leadership. Maintains innovation management metrics for real-time dashboards on project progression. Works with end users to identify and plan transition pathways. Works with Innovation Portfolio and Program Analysts to evaluate organizational processes and propose and implement changes. Designs and executes studies in accordance with program goals and senior guidance. Creates, composes, consolidates, and review documentation, e.g., correspondence, briefings, response to inquiries, and talking points for correctness, format, spelling, and grammar before sending out for approval or signature. Assist with special projects where multiple functions are involved, coordinating actions, clarifying responsibilities and timelines for completion, consolidating data, and review to ensure accomplishment of objectives, timeliness, and acceptability. Essential Duties: <ul> <li>Uses professional concepts to contribute to development of company concepts and principles.</li> <li>Works on complex problems. Exercises independent judgment. Acts independently to determine methods and procedures on new assignments and may supervise the activities of lower-level personnel.</li> <li>Analysis and evaluation of opportunity concepts, military operations, and identification of uncertainties and assumptions.</li> <li>Analysis of historic program data in context of IMS to identify patterns and trends in innovation management processes and create lessons learned.</li> <li>Develops learning campaigns to resolve uncertainties and assumptions and mature innovation into operationally feasible business case.</li> <li>Articulate business case to potential end users and collectively work to identify and execute transition pathways.</li> <li>Maintain overall master schedule for ARCWERX Program.</li> <li>Frequently concentrates on collecting and analyzing data as well as defining data requirements for concise and comprehensive reporting of data results to various customers.</li> <li>Review the analysis results of other analysts to ensure consistency. Involved in identifying indications of system performance and corrective measures that need to be taken.</li> <li>Create, conduct, design and evaluate experimental operational models where insufficient data exists to formulate results with the given information.</li> <li>Identify inefficiencies in current processes and systems through operational research methods.</li> <li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into analytical solutions.</li> <li>Additional duties as assigned.</li> </ul> Required Qualifications: <ul> <li>10 years of related experience</li> <li>Experience in operations research, data analysis, and innovation management</li> <li>Experience with military operations and concepts of operations</li> <li>Experience with building experimentation campaigns to resolve uncertainty and assumptions.</li> </ul> Preferred Qualifications: <ul> <li>Background in Operational Concepts Development, mission analysis, and military mission space.</li> <li>Military Operational Experience</li> <li>Experience fielding emerging technologies</li> </ul> Education/ Certification: <ul> <li>Master's degree in degree in mathematics, statistics, engineering, computer science, or a related field.</li> </ul> Required Clearance: Secret Travel: Possible travel USfalcon has grown from our roots in 1984 to become a mid-tier professional services company supporting a diverse and global customer base of DoD and Federal Agencies. We have been excelling in diverse platforms for almost 30 years and continue to be an industry leader. If you thrive in an organization that values integrity, commitment, stewardship, and service, we want to meet you. We deliver core capabilities in Aviation, Space, Information Technology, and Business Operations and continue to grow and expand our competencies, contracts and customer base, adding to our long history of supporting customer and community needs. Learn more at www.usfalcon.com/history.</div> <div>Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities </div><div>The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)</div>
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JOB SUMMARYTHIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD. AS A SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT (SME) OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST WITH A FOCUS ON INNOVATION, YOU WILL PROVIDE ADVANCED EXPERTISE IN APPLYING ANALYTICAL, QUANTITATIVE, AND OPERATIONAL RESEARCH TECHNIQUES TO SUPPORT GOVERNMENT INNOVATION INITIATIVES. YOU WILL LEAD EFFORTS IN DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING INNOVATIVE MODELS, SIMULATIONS, AND DATA-DRIVEN SOLUTIONS THAT ENHANCE OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE AND DECISION-MAKING WITHIN U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCIES.THIS ROLE INVOLVES LEVERAGING YOUR DEEP SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTISE TO GUIDE GOVERNMENT CLIENTS THROUGH THE ADOPTION OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES, PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS, AND INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS THAT ALIGN WITH MISSION OBJECTIVES. YOU WILL COLLABORATE WITH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY TEAMS TO DELIVER CUTTING-EDGE RESEARCH AND OPERATIONAL INSIGHTS IN AREAS LIKE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI), AUTOMATION, AND ADVANCED ANALYTICS.ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Strategic Innovation Leadership: Serve as the primary subject matter expert on operations research methodologies and innovation strategies. Provide technical guidance and thought leadership on integrating advanced analytics, AI, and emerging technologies into government operations.</li><li>Advanced Operational Research & Modeling: Develop, refine, and oversee the implementation of complex mathematical models, simulations, and algorithms designed to solve mission-critical problems. Use operations research techniques such as linear programming, stochastic modeling, and simulation analysis.</li><li>Decision Support & Policy Development: Lead the design of decision-support systems and frameworks, enabling government leaders to make informed, data-driven decisions on innovation projects. Provide input on policy and strategy development to promote an innovation-driven culture.</li><li>Research & Technology Forecasting: Conduct in-depth research into emerging trends and technologies that impact operational efficiency and innovation, including AI, automation, machine learning, and big data. Advise government clients on how to effectively integrate these technologies into their strategic plans.</li><li>Program Oversight & Evaluation: Lead complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring that innovation programs are properly scoped, managed, and delivered on time and within budget. Evaluate the success of these programs by applying advanced quantitative methods and generating data-driven insights.</li><li>Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration: Act as a key liaison between government stakeholders, contractors, and technical experts to identify innovation opportunities and operational improvements. Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and decision-makers.</li><li>Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Leverage your subject matter expertise to develop and recommend strategies for continuous improvement in operational processes, organizational change, and innovation integration across government departments.</li><li>Training & Mentoring: Provide mentorship and training to junior analysts and government personnel, helping to build internal capabilities in operations research and innovation. Deliver technical workshops and presentations to elevate analytical skills within the organization.</li></ul>WHY WORK FOR GMRE?GMRE is a small veteran owned company who cares about each employee. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), vacation, paid time off (PTO), or Paid Sick Leave (PSL) based on state laws, paid holidays, and life insurance to all permanent fulltime employees. GMRE is a trusted and reliable partner with our Government and industry customers, known for performance and integrity, and focused on providing competent and cost effective capabilities to our clients. GMRE has a deep commitment to our core values about our work, family, achievements, and community.GMRE is an equal opportunity employer. GMRE complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.SKILLS AND ABILITIES:<ul><li>Advanced proficiency in operations research methodologies such as linear programming, game theory, simulation, and decision analysis.</li><li>Strong technical expertise in data science tools (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB) and statistical analysis software.</li><li>Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data and research into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.</li><li>Leadership capabilities, including project management experience and the ability to guide cross-functional teams.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle high-impact, mission-critical projects with competing priorities.</li><li>Preferred Qualifications:</li><li>Extensive experience with federal innovation programs (e.g., AFWERX, ARCWERX or government innovation labs).</li><li>Certifications such as Certified Analytics Professional (CAP), Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, or Project Management Professional (PMP).</li><li>Experience in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and optimization algorithms.</li><li>Familiarity with Agile methodologies and other innovation management frameworks.</li><li>Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex data and findings to diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Knowledge of emerging technologies and their potential impact on USAF and DoD.</li></ul>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE<ul><li>Master’s or Doctorate degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, or related quantitative field.</li><li>10+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN OPERATIONS RESEARCH, DATA ANALYTICS, OR QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS, WITH A STRONG FOCUS ON INNOVATION AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES.</li><li>DEMONSTRATED EXPERIENCE LEADING LARGE-SCALE, COMPLEX RESEARCH PROJECTS OR INNOVATION PROGRAMS WITHIN GOVERNMENT OR DEFENSE SECTORS.</li><li>EXPERTISE IN DESIGNING AND IMPLEMENTING MATHEMATICAL MODELS, OPTIMIZATION TECHNIQUES, AND DATA ANALYSIS METHODS IN SUPPORT OF DECISION-MAKING PROCESSES.</li><li>EXPERIENCE WORKING IN GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING OR SUPPORTING FEDERAL AGENCIES IN DATA DRIVEN DECISION MAKING.</li></ul>SECURITY CLEARANCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Must have a minimum of an active U.S. SECRET clearance and be subject to a government security investigation.</li><li>Driving or renting a car for company business is expected with some frequency. For insurance purposes, a valid driver’s license is required.</li></ul>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.</li></ul>TRAVEL REQUIRED<ul><li>Position may travel up to 50% of the time out of state and overnight to fulfill contract requirements.</li></ul>
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JOB SUMMARYTHIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD.AS A SENIOR OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST WITH A FOCUS ON INNOVATION, YOU WILL APPLY ADVANCED ANALYTICAL, MATHEMATICAL, AND DATA SCIENCE TECHNIQUES TO SUPPORT GOVERNMENT AGENCIES IN FOSTERING INNOVATION AND IMPROVING OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY. THIS ROLE INVOLVES LEADING RESEARCH EFFORTS, APPLYING CUTTING EDGE METHODOLOGIES, AND DELIVERING ACTIONABLE INSIGHTS THAT DRIVE THE ADOPTION OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES AND PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS ACROSS FEDERAL PROGRAMS. YOU WILL COLLABORATE WITH KEY STAKEHOLDERS TO IDENTIFY OPPORTUNITIES FOR INNOVATION, DEVELOP SOLUTIONS, AND SUPPORT DECISION MAKING WITH DATA DRIVEN RECOMMENDATIONS.THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE STRONG ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND THE ABILITY TO MANAGE LARGE DATASETS, DEVELOP MODELS, AND OPTIMIZE PROCESSES IN ALIGNMENT WITH THE INNOVATION GOALS OF U.S. GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES.ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Data Analysis & Modeling: Develop, implement, and refine mathematical models, simulations, and algorithms to assess the impact of innovative strategies and technologies on government operations.</li><li>Decision Support: Provide analytical support and decision-making frameworks to help agencies adopt innovative solutions, optimize resources, and improve operational effectiveness. Utilize statistical analysis, machine learning, and optimization techniques.</li><li>Research & Innovation Strategy: Conduct research to evaluate the latest trends in technology, innovation, and operational research, recommending data driven strategies to incorporate emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, automation, and advanced analytics into government operations.</li><li>Program & Project Management: Lead and manage cross functional teams in developing and executing research projects, delivering insights that support innovation initiatives. Coordinate with government stakeholders, contractors, and technical experts to meet project objectives.</li><li>Quantitative & Qualitative Research: Apply a mix of quantitative and qualitative research techniques to solve complex operational problems, identify process improvement opportunities, and analyze the impact of innovation programs.</li><li>Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify challenges, requirements, and opportunities for innovation. Provide recommendations on how new analytical approaches and technologies can address current and future operational needs.</li><li>Reporting & Communication: Develop reports, visualizations, and presentations that effectively communicate research findings, model results, and recommendations to nontechnical stakeholders, ensuring alignment with agency innovation objectives.</li><li>Continuous Improvement: Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of implemented strategies and identify areas for continuous improvement using operational research methodologies.</li></ul>SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES<ul><li>Expertise in statistical analysis, mathematical modeling, optimization, and data science techniques such as machine learning and artificial intelligence.</li><li>Strong knowledge of tools such as R, Python, MATLAB, or similar analytical software.</li><li>Ability to manage large datasets, conduct data mining, and implement data visualization best practices.</li><li>Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.</li><li>Strong project management skills, with a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.</li><li>Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex data and findings to diverse stakeholders.</li><li>Experience with federal innovation programs, such as ARCWERX, AFWERX or other government innovation labs.</li><li>Certifications in relevant fields (e.g., Certified Analytics Professional (CAP), Lean Six Sigma, or Project Management Professional (PMP)).</li><li>Knowledge of emerging technologies and their potential impact on USAF and DoD.</li><li>Experience working with federal innovation programs, labs, or think tanks.</li><li>Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma, Agile methodologies, or other innovation driven management frameworks.</li></ul>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)</li><li>7+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN OPERATIONS RESEARCH, DATA ANALYSIS, OR QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH ROLES, WITH AT LEAST 3 YEARS FOCUSED ON INNOVATION OR ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS.</li><li>EXPERIENCE IN DEVELOPING AND APPLYING MATHEMATICAL MODELS, SIMULATIONS, AND DECISION-MAKING FRAMEWORKS.</li><li>EXPERIENCE WORKING IN GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING OR SUPPORTING FEDERAL AGENCIES IN DATA DRIVEN DECISION MAKING.</li></ul>SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Must have a minimum of an active U.S. SECRET clearance and be subject to a government security investigation.</li><li>Driving or renting a car for company business is expected with some frequency. For insurance purposes, a valid driver’s license is required.</li></ul>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Assists the daily workflow of the department.</li><li>Assists with constructive and timely performance evaluations.</li><li>Assists with discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.</li></ul>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.</li></ul>TRAVEL REQUIRED<ul><li>Position may travel up to 50% of the time out of state and overnight to fulfill contract requirements.</li></ul>
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Job Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Provide advanced studies and assessments to support technology transition activities related to the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve research and development projects.</li> <li>Research commercialization pathways for innovation portfolio projects that may offer opportunities to reduce the government’s required investment in the advancement of dual-use technologies.</li> <li>Provide innovation services support including coordination with Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve field-level innovation teams, collaboration with outsourced education partners, research of emerging technologies to determine applicability to Air Reserve Component (ARC) problem statements, and facilitation of development of ARC problem statements. The Senior Analyst may also coordinate and integrate across task elements for innovation related discoveries, challenges, solutions and planning.</li> <li>Provide education, training, and tactics techniques and procedures (TTP) development assistance for Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve research and development projects.</li> <li>Develop innovation training, provide innovation facilitation instruction for training events, coach innovation teams, and participate in outsourced innovation training events.</li> <li>Provide support to Project Manager, Contracting, or senior-level Engineering personnel in the areas of:</li> <ul> <li>Project scheduling</li> <li>Configuration management</li> <li>Finance and accounting</li> <li>Contracting</li> <li>Limited data analyses</li> <li>Database development or data gathering</li> <li>Preparation of technical/program reports or briefings, test plans and reports, and associated documentation</li> <li>Test or validation/verification assistance</li> </ul> <li>Participate in test or project events as assigned by Project Manager or Engineer, reports status and results.</li> <li>Other duties as assigned.</li> </ul>This position is contingent upon contract award.Education/Training:<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required.</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>5+ years of professional experience in the required task area.</li></ul>Security:<ul> <li>Must be a US citizen.</li> <li>Active Secret clearance required.</li> </ul>Benefits:<ul> <li>Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)</li> <li>Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)</li> <li>Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)</li> <li>Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)</li> <li>Short Term & Long Term Disability</li> <li>Training & Development</li> <li>Wellness Resources</li> </ul>
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Responsibilities:<ol><li>Provide advanced studies and assessments to support technology transition activities related to the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve research and development projects.</li><li>Research commercialization pathways for innovation portfolio projects that may offer opportunities to reduce the government’s required investment in the advancement of dual-use technologies.</li><li>Provide innovation services support including coordination with Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve field-level innovation teams, collaboration with outsourced education partners, research of emerging technologies to determine applicability to Air Reserve Component (ARC) problem statements, and facilitation of development of ARC problem statements. The Senior Analyst may also coordinate and integrate across task elements for innovation related discoveries, challenges, solutions and planning.</li><li>Provide education, training, and tactics techniques and procedures (TTP) development assistance for Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve research and development projects.</li><li>Develop innovation training, provide innovation facilitation instruction for training events, coach innovation teams, and participate in outsourced innovation training events.</li><li>Provide support to Project Manager, Contracting, or senior-level Engineering personnel in the areas of:</li></ol><ul><li>Project scheduling</li><li>Configuration management</li><li>Finance and accounting</li><li>Contracting</li><li>Limited data analyses</li><li>Database development or data gathering</li><li>Preparation of technical/program reports or briefings, test plans and reports, and associated documentation</li><li>Test or validation/verification assistance</li></ul><li>Participate in test or project events as assigned by Project Manager or Engineer, reports status and results.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li>This position is contingent upon contract award.Education/Training:<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required.</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>5+ years of professional experience in the required task area.</li></ul>Security:<ul><li>Must be a US citizen.</li><li>Active Secret clearance required.</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)</li><li>Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)</li><li>Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)</li><li>Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)</li><li>Short Term & Long Term Disability</li><li>Training & Development</li><li>Wellness Resources</li></ul>
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