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A Journeyman Operations Research Analyst uses advanced analytical methods, such as optimization, simulation, data mining, statistical analysis, regression, and mathematical modeling to develop ...

Operations Research Analyst

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$100K - $118K/yr

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What is the difference between Operations Research Optimization vs Data Analyst?

AspectOperations Research OptimizationData Analyst
Required CredentialsDegree in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or related fields; often certifications in optimization toolsDegree in Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields; certifications in data analysis tools
Work EnvironmentAnalytical teams in manufacturing, logistics, or consulting firmsBusiness or corporate settings, focusing on data interpretation and reporting
Industry UsageSupply chain, transportation, manufacturing, logisticsFinance, marketing, healthcare, retail
Common Search/ComparisonOperations Research Optimization vs Data Analyst

Operations Research Optimization focuses on developing mathematical models to improve decision-making processes, often in logistics and manufacturing. Data Analysts interpret and visualize data to support business decisions. While both roles analyze data, Operations Research Optimization emphasizes optimization techniques and complex modeling, whereas Data Analysts focus on data interpretation and reporting.

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Operations Research Analyst

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ITA International
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees

$160K/yr

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Job description

Overview
At ITA International, we're a tech-enabled professional services company. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, we leverage subject matter expertise, data analytics and technology to challenge boundaries and transform possibilities.
With a global presence and a passionate team of over 200 ITAers, we're driven by mission success for our customers, "In The Arena." Our expertise spans Operations, Training, Engineering, Nanotechnology, Statistics, Machine Learning and Software Engineering - enabling data and tech-enabled solutions that deliver real value.
Join our impactful journey at ITA International. As Theodore Roosevelt said, "The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena." We're here, standing beside our customers, ready to serve and succeed.
ITA is seeking an Operations Research Analyst to join our team.
Responsibilities
Join a growing company supporting Installations Commands across the public sector with analytic, modeling, and simulation capabilities covering predictive, prescriptive, diagnostic, and descriptive analytics methods in order to optimize command performance. A Journeyman Operations Research Analyst uses advanced analytical methods, such as optimization, simulation, data mining, statistical analysis, regression, and mathematical modeling to develop solutions to help organizations operate more efficiently and cost-effectively.
  • Design, develop, and apply a variety of mathematical optimization, decision analytics, mathematical and statistical techniques, modeling and simulation, and other analytic methods combined with judgment to solve complex operational and planning challenges
  • Develop mathematical optimization models using linear programming and integer linear programming methods
  • Develop analytical models to support decision-makers
  • Develop analytical algorithms to support software development
  • Perform data analysis
  • Develop simulation models
  • Modify and enhance existing analytic models
  • Implement analytical models using Python
  • Analyze current and planned operations to identify opportunities to improve performance and/or reduce cost
  • Assess operational questions and identify appropriate analytic methods to address them (e.g., optimization, statistical analysis, decision analysis, Monte Carlo simulation, discrete event simulation, etc.)
  • Elicit information and relative preferences from internal and external stakeholders
  • Assess information to assist management with decision making and policy formulation
  • Develop decision briefings and analytical papers to facilitate senior leadership decisions
  • Document analytical methodology, results, conclusions, and recommendations in meaningful summaries, reports, and presentations

Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or Management Science, or a related field
  • 4-10 years of experience in conducting analyses of management and operational problems using Operations Research techniques is required
  • Meet all requirements necessary to obtain a Secret security clearance in accordance with applicable regulations
  • Profeciency using Python

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proficiency in development of decision support tools in desktop/cloud environments (local shared drive, SharePoint, cloud)
  • Skilled use of MS Excel with Visual Basic for Applications, Power BI, and other MS Office tools to support collaboration and data visualization with globally-distributed stakeholders
  • Experience using multiple programming languages, including Java, Python, VBA, C++, or C-
  • Expertise with optimization and simulation analyses
  • A Secret security clearance

Benefit and Compensation Transparency
ITA International proudly complies with all federal and state benefit and pay transparency laws. Employees of ITA can expect a robust benefit package, including:
  • Medical, dental and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability insurance (where applicable)
  • Voluntary ancillary benefit options
  • 401k retirement benefits with employer matching contributions

Pay range for this position is $130-000 - $160,000 annually.
This position has a broad compensation range due to the complexities of government contracting, including contract pricing, labor category requirements, funding parameters, and varying levels of candidate experience and qualifications.
Application and Employment at ITA International
ITA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), ITA International would like to ensure that your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If you would like to preview the physical requirements for this position, or if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with ITA, please contact us by phone at 757-246-6781 or email us at HR@ita-intl.com.