Hybrid OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST na Department of the Air Force

OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Scott AFB, Illinois

Salary Range: $90870 - $140476 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is part of the Air Force Elements, U.S. Transportation Command. The incumbent performs a broad range of operations research analyses assignments entailing unique problems, creativity, innovative use of techniques, advanced approaches, and/or new technologies.

Major Duties:

• As a OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST at the GS-1515-12/13 some of your typical work assignments may include: Formulate, plan, direct, and carries to completion a variety of analyses and/or works as a team member on major studies. Area of focus include financial, rates, workload, and operational analysis. Diagnose problems using a comprehensive knowledge of scientific techniques (e.g., data collection and analysis procedures). Utilize mathematical and statistical techniques, elements of operations research theory, engineering knowledge, and innovative efforts to develop new solution(s) to previously highlighted and/or new problems.

Qualifications: You may qualify at the GS-12, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector: Working closely with a supervisor or team leader to conduct research, reviews, and analysis, and development studies of operational issues Using advanced data visualization, modeling, and data science methods to validate study findings and conclusions Utilizing scientific inquiry in the supervised development of mathematical models and computer programs to support assigned projects, and studies You may qualify at the GS-13, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector: Performing research, reviews, and analysis, and conducting development studies of operational issues Determining sources of data, plans, and using advanced data visualization, modeling, and data science methods to validate study findings and conclusions Utilizing scientific inquiry in the independent development of mathematical models and computer programs to support assigned projects, and studies In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 1515 series. DEGREE: Bachelor's degree or higher in Operations Research OR Bachelor's degree or higher 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 were in calculus. *NOTE: Failure to provide transcripts will result in you being rated ineligible for this position.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12764267.

Application Deadline: 2025-07-27