Project/Unit Description

Job Purpose

The Operations Research Systems Analyst (ORSA) applies advanced analytical and systems engineering methods to help make better decisions. Researches, develops, and integrates new and existing system simulation frameworks, prediction models, logical models, and analyses. Models operational environments, performs trade studies via computer simulation and provides decision support for alternative architectures. Designs and/or develops decision support tools that integrate modeling and simulation into intuitive and interactive graphical user interfaces. Performs trade studies via computer simulation and provides decision support for alternative architectures. Elicits information from Subject Matter Experts and stakeholders, and iterates with them to develop qualitative models of their expertise and/or needs. Utilizes applied statistical analysis, machine learning, optimization, and visualization to support defensible decisions and decision processes. Conceptualizes, designs, and/or develops software solutions to implement system simulations, models and analyses. Develops, integrates, and tests software or conceptual ideas to implement decision making methods and processes. Develops methods, processes and/or software tools to help design, integrate and manage complex systems and system engineering processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all technical aspects of supporting defensible decision making, including directing multiple lab resources for large scale product or system deployments.
• Manage sub-contractor resources supporting all system engineering areas.
• Develop and implement approaches to address the customers' needs within schedule and budget.
• Develop technical reports detailing models used and processes followed for developing or arriving to a decision support solution
• Review and verify work-products are consistent, accurate (if feasible given the limitations of the project and data available), and that they address the needs of the customer.
• Teach and train Entry, Growing, and Career level researchers, and mentor Specialist level researchers.

Additional Responsibilities

• Advise senior government and industry stakeholders in strategy related to operations analysis
• Lead technical projects based on operational analysis of advanced systems of systems
• Capture external funding for future projects that involve operational scenarios and architecture analysis

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates currently enrolled in an accredited degree program relevant to this position will be considered. The candidate must have a graduation date of no later than December 2022
• Operational experience flying USAF, USN, or USMC tactical aircraft
• MS or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to convey highly technical material in a clear, concise manner to a nontechnical audience
• Experience managing multifaceted projects from startup to closeout, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning
• Thorough understanding of the DoD acquisition and contracting process
• Able to act in varied roles as both a technical resource and in leadership positions
• Able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret Clearance, (TS/SCI highly preferred)
• USAF Weapons School graduate or Strike Fighter Tactics Instructor or equivalent
• Test Pilot School Graduate
• Operational or Developmental Flight Test experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Experience writing successful proposals as part of a cross-functional team
• Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline

Travel Requirements

10% - 25% travel

Education and Length of Experience

This position vacancy is an open-rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook

• 14 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline.
• 12 years of related experience with a Masters’ degree in Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline.
• 9 years of related experience with a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline.

U.S. Citizenship Requirements

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Clearance Type Required

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Benefits at GTRI

Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link: https://hr.gatech.edu/benefits

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