Diné Development Corporation · 1 month ago
Principal Operations Research Analyst (SME)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
12+ years expDiné Development Corporation is a Navajo Nation owned family of companies that delivers IT, professional, and environmental solutions. They are seeking a Principal Operations Research Analyst (SME) to lead enterprise-level operations research strategy and execute complex experiments in a Live–Virtual–Constructive environment.
Executive Office
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the chief operations research analyst for designated wargames and LVC events, ensuring analytical rigor from problem framing through final reporting
Lead enterprise OR strategy efforts, translating sponsor objectives and PWS requirements into structured analytical questions, models, and study plans
Design and oversee experimental methodologies for wargames, exercises, and simulations, including treatment/control design, measures of performance/effectiveness, and data collection plans
Develop, implement, and validate quantitative and qualitative models to assess concepts of operations, force design options, and operational risk
Direct the analysis of wargame and exercise data; synthesize findings into clear, actionable insights and recommendations for senior decision-makers
Prepare and deliver briefings, white papers, and technical reports to senior military and civilian leaders
Mentor and coach a team of OR analysts and data scientists; provide technical quality control and professional development guidance
Collaborate with operations, intelligence, and technical SMEs to ensure models, assumptions, and scenarios reflect current doctrine, capabilities, and threat environments
Coordinate closely with government leads to align analytical efforts with the Performance Work Statement (PWS), schedule, and deliverable requirements
Support proposal, capture, and growth activities by contributing OR subject matter expertise and wargaming best practices
Perform other duties as assigned to support mission requirements
Qualification
Required
Active Secret clearance; eligibility for Top Secret preferred. (U.S. citizenship required due to government contract requirements.)
12+ years of progressively responsible experience in operations research, data science, or a closely related analytical discipline, including significant experience supporting DoD or other U.S. government customers
PhD in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related field; or a Master's degree in one of these fields with 15+ years of relevant experience
Demonstrated experience leading complex OR studies or campaigns involving wargames, exercises, or simulations (e.g., LVC environments)
Proven expertise in experimental design, statistical analysis, and model development for operational or strategic-level problems
Experience advising senior leaders and stakeholders, including developing and presenting concise, decision-focused findings and recommendations
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team of analysts, manage multiple concurrent efforts, and ensure on-time, high-quality deliverables
Preferred
INFORMS Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)
Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project/program management certification
Experience with Department of Defense wargaming constructs, campaign-level analysis, or major exercise series
Familiarity with LVC simulation environments, wargame design tools, and related analytical software
Experience aligning analytical work to government Performance Work Statements (PWS) and reporting requirements
Prior experience supporting Air Force, joint, or combatant command–level analysis is highly desirable
Company
Diné Development Corporation
Diné Development Corporation (DDC) is a family of companies that delivers IT, engineering, and professional services solutions that solve the dynamic challenges of federal agencies.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Austin Tsosie, MBA
Chief Executive Officer
Jacqueline Murray
Chief Operating Officer
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