Strategic Operations Research Analyst

Job Description

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide. Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services.

About the Job

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Strategic Operations Research Analyst to join a dynamic, high-performing team. The selected candidate will use systematic, science-based techniques, analytical methods, simulation, and critical thinking to inform and improve decision-making processes. This position will require frequent collaboration with team members and engineers in other disciplines. As part of the Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control Operations Analysis team, this candidate will participate in analysis to support requirements definitions, concept of operations (CONOPS) evaluation, and operational effectiveness studies to help shape and influence future capabilities of the warfighter. These impactful studies quantify the effects of payloads, weapons, and tactics on survivability and mission effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Participate in analysis and study plans based on critical questions/problem statements
• Apply engineering-based techniques, problem-solving methods, and critical thinking
• Research and learn military systems, military operations, and military tactics
• Conduct Simulation, Modeling and Analysis (MS&A) of military systems and scenarios in digital environments
• Analyze simulation results using data analytics to help draw meaningful conclusions
• Participate in trade studies and perform statistical analysis
• Participate in research efforts and learn analytical techniques with research methodologies
• Apply decision analysis methods to evaluate current and future programs

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Eligible for a DoD secret clearance
• Scripting and data processing experience (MATLAB, Python, or similar)
• Problem-solving skills with an eagerness to learn
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field from an accredited college/university

Desired Skills:

• Active DoD secret clearance
• Operations Research (OR) or experience in computer-based analytical tools
• Modeling and simulation experience
• Software development experience (C++, Git, Gitlab)
• Knowledge of radar, electronic warfare, infrared, or communication systems
• Knowledge of data analytics, data science, and data visualization
• Advanced degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited college/university

Security Clearance Statement:

This position requires a government security clearance. You must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years