MITRE · 13 hours ago
Lead Modeling and Simulation/Operations Research Analyst
Bedford, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$155K/yr - $233K/yr
8+ years expMITRE is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to tackling the nation's toughest challenges. They are seeking a highly motivated Modeling & Simulation / Operations Research Analyst to develop and apply advanced modeling, simulation, and analytical tools to support critical national security missions.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologyNon ProfitQuantum ComputingSaaS
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the development and application of modeling and simulation tools by providing technical expertise and support
Collaborate and lead multidisciplinary teams to refine methodologies and address technical challenges
Shape project strategies by identifying and recommending innovative techniques and tools to improve modeling and simulation capabilities
Communicate findings and recommendations to senior-level stakeholders to ensure alignment with mission goals
Foster collaboration across teams to enhance the effectiveness and scalability of modeling and simulation initiatives
Mentor staff to ensure effectiveness and scalability of modeling and simulation initiatives
Qualification
Required
Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years' experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience
Degree in relevant field (e.g., Systems Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Aerospace Engineering)
Experience with developing and applying physics-based modeling and simulation tools to address research questions
Experience with developing, debugging, and applying physics-based modeling and simulation tools to address research questions
Experienced in presenting analysis to non-technical audiences and senior leaders, and bridging operational teams with technical experts to create mission-focused solutions
Experience working across scientists, analysts, and technical experts from several technical disciplines to collaborate on modeling and simulation solutions to solve mission problems
Familiarity with operational analysis tools (e.g., AFSIM, STK, NGTS, STORM)
Demonstrated expertise in programming languages and applications such as C/C++, Java, Julia, Python, MATLAB, or Mathematica
Active DoD Secret clearance, with eligibility for TS/SCI (per the U.S. Government's eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance)
This position requires a minimum of 4 days a week on-site
Preferred
Experience with data analysis and data visualization tools or environments
Experience in mission engineering, including interpreting and analyzing mission threads
Active DoD Top Secret clearance with access to Secure Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)
Company
MITRE
The MITRE Corporation is working to solve some of the nation’s biggest challenges in defense, cybersecurity, healthcare, homeland security, the judiciary and transportation.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.05MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyMassachusetts Technology Collaborative
2023-07-27Grant
2023-06-08Grant· $2.05M
Leadership Team
Katie Schroth
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Kerry Buckley
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