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Operations Research Analysts

Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decisionmaking, policy formulation, or other managerial functions.

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Salary Breakdown

Operations Research Analysts

Average

$78,330

ANNUAL

$37.66

HOURLY

Entry Level

$48,090

ANNUAL

$23.12

HOURLY

Mid Level

$77,160

ANNUAL

$37.09

HOURLY

Expert Level

$122,890

ANNUAL

$59.08

HOURLY


Program Recommendations

Operations Research Analysts

Rio Salado College (MCCCD)

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Mathematics

Education

Associate's Degree

Scottsdale Community College (MCCCD)

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Mathematics

Education

Associate's Degree

South Mountain Community College (MCCCD)

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Mathematics

Education

Associate's Degree

Chandler-Gilbert Community College (MCCCD)

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Mathematics

Education

Associate's Degree

Estrella Mountain Community College (MCCCD)

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Mathematics

Education

Associate's Degree

Glendale Community College (MCCCD)

Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Mathematics

Education

Associate's Degree


Current Available & Projected Jobs

Operations Research Analysts

5

Current Available Jobs

2,620

Projected job openings through 2030


Top Expected Tasks

Operations Research Analysts


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Operations Research Analysts

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Mathematics

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

KNOWLEDGE

Computers and Electronics

KNOWLEDGE

Engineering and Technology

KNOWLEDGE

Administration and Management

SKILL

Mathematics

SKILL

Complex Problem Solving

SKILL

Critical Thinking

SKILL

Active Listening

SKILL

Judgment and Decision Making

ABILITY

Mathematical Reasoning

ABILITY

Inductive Reasoning

ABILITY

Number Facility

ABILITY

Written Comprehension

ABILITY

Deductive Reasoning


Job Opportunities

Operations Research Analysts

  • Senior Operations Research Analyst (Contingent)
    Kihomac    Tucson, AZ 85701
     Posted about 1 month    

    Description

    Provide advanced studies and assessments to support technology transition activities related to the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve research and development projects 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 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 Provide education, training, and tactics techniques and procedures (TTP) development assistance for Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve research and development projects Develop innovation training, provide innovation facilitation instruction for training events, coach innovation teams, and participate in outsourced innovation training events Provide support to Project Manager, Contracting, or senior-level Engineering personnel in the areas of: o Project scheduling o Configuration management, o Finance and accounting o Contracting o Limited data analyses o Database development or data gathering o Preparation of technical/program reports or briefings, test plans and reports, and associated documentation o Test or validation/verification assistance Participate in test or project events as assigned by Project Manager or Engineer, reports status and results Other duties as assigned This position is contingent upon contract award.

    Requirements

    Education/Training:

    * Bachelor's Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required

    Experience:

    * 5+ years of professional experience in the required task area

    Security:


    * Must be a US citizen
    * Active Secret clearance required

    Benefits


    * Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
    * Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
    * Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
    * Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
    * Short Term & Long Term Disability
    * Training & Development
    * Wellness Resources

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    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Senior Operations Research Analyst (Contingent)
    Kihomac    Tucson, AZ 85701
     Posted about 1 month    

    Description

    Provide advanced studies and assessments to support technology transition activities related to the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve research and development projects 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 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 Provide education, training, and tactics techniques and procedures (TTP) development assistance for Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve research and development projects Develop innovation training, provide innovation facilitation instruction for training events, coach innovation teams, and participate in outsourced innovation training events Provide support to Project Manager, Contracting, or senior-level Engineering personnel in the areas of: o Project scheduling o Configuration management, o Finance and accounting o Contracting o Limited data analyses o Database development or data gathering o Preparation of technical/program reports or briefings, test plans and reports, and associated documentation o Test or validation/verification assistance Participate in test or project events as assigned by Project Manager or Engineer, reports status and results Other duties as assigned This position is contingent upon contract award.

    Requirements

    Education/Training:

    * Bachelor's Degree in relevant engineering or science discipline required

    Experience:

    * 5+ years of professional experience in the required task area

    Security:


    * Must be a US citizen
    * Active Secret clearance required

    Benefits


    * Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
    * Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
    * Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
    * Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
    * Short Term & Long Term Disability
    * Training & Development
    * Wellness Resources

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    Employment Type

    Full Time


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