Job Description

Do you like thinking about new approaches to complex problems?

Are you interested in continuously learning and applying a wide variety of scientific, mathematical, and computational approaches to problems of national security?

Are you searching for engaging work with an employer that prioritizes innovation, impact, and personal development?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!

We are seeking an operations analyst to provide technical contributions to support continued American undersea superiority. We are a hardworking team of analysts and operators who apply the newest technology to important problems supporting the US Navy Sea Control Mission. We strive to cultivate an environment of collaboration while working on crucial technical challenges that contribute to the security of the United States!

As an Operations Research Modeler for Undersea Warfare...

• Your primary responsibility will be to use a variety of analysis methods and tools, including modeling and simulation, to evaluate factors such as operational impact, potential concepts of operations (CONOPs), system performance, logistic requirements, and costs through the development of relevant metrics.
• Your work will include question refinement, requirements development, system assessment, analysis of mission success, and documentation to evaluate Undersea Warfare (USW) and Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) platforms and sensors.
• You will work with a collaborative team to detail your methodology, insights, and recommendations in reports and annotated briefs for delivery to Department of Defense.

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Have a Bachelor 's Degree with three or more years of relevant experience, to include specific modeling experience using mission analysis tools, such as AFSIM, Brawler, Storm, NGTS, STK, JAAM, or Suppressor.
• Are technically oriented, possess strong curiosity and organizational skills, and demonstrate a capability to think analytically.
• Have initiative, motivation, flexibility, and a desire to work in an engaging and cooperative team environment.
• Are willing and able to travel (i.e., occasional 2-3 day trips or week long tests), are willing to work on dynamic projects, and have an ability to prioritize a number of concurrent taskings.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You 'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have a Master’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, or other relevant technical field.
• Have USW/ASW operational or technical experience.
• Have demonstrated experience working with AFSIM.
• Are proficient to fluent in a programming or scripting language such as MATLAB or Python
• Have demonstrated understanding of features and patterns in data that identify the characteristics and behaviors of systems or components.
• Have a current Top Secret security clearance.
• Have an understanding of potential adversary defensive and/or offensive capabilities.

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

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APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

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