Job Description
Delaware Nation Industries is seeking a motivated Journeyman Operations Research Analyst to support the Air National Guard Plans, Programs and Requirements Directorate (NGB/A8). The Air National Guard strategic planning processes enable a Guard force that is capable and sustainable as a cost-effective element of national security.
Responsibilities include:
- Support the execution of procedures for requesting, review, acceptance, storage, retrieval, updating, and dissemination of cost, programmatic, and technical data.
- Assist senior analysts in performing operations research functions to solve unique problems using academic knowledge of innovative techniques and new technologies.
- Apply foundational data science skills to assist in data modeling and the maintenance of automated data pipelines that support Air National Guard projects.
- Attend and contribute to meetings, conferences, briefings, and seminars.
- Develop professional proficiency through participation in technical societies, research, and department-led training.
- Assist in researching, writing, and formatting data analysis results for senior leaders. Create technical data visualization products such as reports and informational graphics.
- Support the synchronization of datasets and reporting pipelines across various directorates.
- Perform ad hoc querying to provide rapid data support for ongoing studies and lessons learned.
Requirements
- Secret Security Clearance (or ability to obtain one).
- Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Research, Data Science, Analytics, Statistics, Math, or Economics.
- Demonstrated interest in the Department of Defense environment through internships, military service, or academic focus.
- Foundational proficiency in computational programming languages such as Python, R, SQL, or related languages.
- Exposure to data modeling concepts and an understanding of how to build or maintain data pipelines.
- Exposure to Machine Learning concepts and LLM training.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools such as PowerBI, Tableau, Plotly, or RStudio.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to communicate technical findings clearly.
- Basic understanding of Air National Guard functions and missions.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.