OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to serves as a Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) Research Analyst in the Joint Navigation Warfare Center (JNWC). Performs professional and scientific work requiring the design, development, and adaptation of mathematical, statistical, and other scientific econometric methods and techniques. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

Duties

Functional Expert (FE) performing operations research analyses on unique problems, using of techniques, advanced approaches, and/or new technologies. Utilizes scientific inquiry in the independent development of mathematical models, tools, standards, models, and simulation to analyze results and predict outcomes for NAVWAR projects, studies, or problems. Provides technical guidance, advisory support, and assistance on projects and/or major phases of operations. Oversees the DoD Global Positioning System Electromagnetic Attack (GPS EA) frequency coordination process. As technical expert (TE) leads and/or attends meetings, conferences, briefings, and seminars related to program planning, advanced technologies, and support system concepts. Accomplishes professional development and maintains technical proficiency through professional interaction with technical and professional societies, associations, academia, symposia, contractors, research, and development (R&D) organizations, by reading/reviewing technical journals and current literature, and participation in formal training programs.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions, Operations Research Series 1515. BASIC REQUIREMENT: Degree: in operations research; or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience includes professional knowledge of Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) and Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) as it relates to warfighting. Extensive understanding of NAVWAR Electronic Attack, Electronic Support, and Electronic Protection as it applies to warfighting. Extensive knowledge of a wide range of methods and techniques used in operations research studies and possession of analytical abilities. Substantial knowledge of JNWC programs and activities; NAVWAR missions, policies, and objectives; management principles and processes; engineering tools and methods; and techniques for assessing program development to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Ability to use and evaluate NAVWAR models and simulation techniques. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Professional knowledge of Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) and Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) as it relates to warfighting. Extensive understanding of NAVWAR Electronic Attack, Electronic Support, and Electronic Protection as it applies to warfighting. Extensive knowledge of a wide range of methods and techniques used in operations research studies and possession of analytical abilities. 2. Substantial knowledge of JNWC programs and activities; NAVWAR missions, policies, and objectives; management principles and processes; engineering tools and methods; and techniques for assessing program development to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Ability to use and evaluate NAVWAR models and simulation techniques. 3. Working knowledge of the Global Positioning System (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), and satellite navigation (SATNAV) in each of the Space, Cyber, and EW domains. 4. Skilled in quantitative techniques and methods used to develop, adapt, modify, and apply models to resolve problems or define and clarify alternative solutions. Ability to develop and utilize appropriate data collection techniques and to design, build, and use models and simulation techniques. 5. Ability to lead or participate in study teams; originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies; and execute projects and/or studies within established financial and/or time constraints; to negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relations; skill to negotiate and/or defend findings and program support concepts. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to recognize and use correct grammar to communicate information in writing in a succinct and organized manner; and produce written information, including technical material, which is appropriate for the intended audience. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.