This is a Direct Hire Authority solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates. About the Position: The incumbent will serve as a key analyst and expert performing professional and scientific work requiring the design, development, and adaptation of mathematical, statistical, and other scientific methods and techniques to provide advice and insight about the probability and effects of alternative courses of action.

Duties

Utilize independent development of mathematical models and computer programs employing artificial intelligence and machine learning techniques to evaluate elements of operations research data. Utilize patterns and variations in the volume, speed, and other characteristics of data supporting the initiative, the type of data (e.g., images, text, clickstream or metering data) in predictive analysis. Recommend solutions to technical problems not covered by current precedent or established policies. Use a variety of advanced mathematical and descriptive and inferential statistical techniques such as regression analysis, correlation, analysis of variance, factor analysis, multivariate analysis, and discriminate analysis to analyze study data. Advise personnel within and outside the Command on the proper application of statistical methods. Prepare and present technical reports and/or briefings at technical meetings/symposiums addressing methodology, lessons learned, success stories, etc. with respect to the statistical applications. Coordinate activities and provide metrics and consultation in support of initiatives within and outside of the Command. Perform major statistical studies relating to operational procedures, missions, and practices and other organizations within the Command.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
• This position has an occasional Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Basic Requirement for Operations Research Analyst: Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in Operations Research; or a degree with 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. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.) In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: (1) Utilizing mathematical modeling, optimization techniques, and statistical methods to assess complex organizational processes; (2) Forecasting models and risk assessments to provide actionable insights to senior management; (3) Leading and/or coordinate projects to ensure timely completion and alignment with organizational goals; (4) Developing and/or utilizing simulation models to replicate real-world scenarios for analysis; (5) and preparing and presenting detailed reports, findings, and recommendations to management. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service GS-12. Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For the GS-13, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Contacts

• Address GT-W0ZAAA MSDDC TRANS ENGINEERING AGENCY DO NOT MAIL Scott AFB, IL 62225 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk