Operations analysis influences every SNC technology, program, and strategic areas of focus. The successful candidate for this position will join a fast-paced, agile team of analysts focused on conducting sound, unbiased analysis to inform strategic, program, business development, and customer decisions. The candidate will work in a small team environment to execute impactful studies focused on quantifying the mission effectiveness of SNC technology concepts. This candidate will support concept of operations (CONOPS) evaluation, requirements definition, customer engagements, trade analyses, and proof of concept exercises.

This unique at SNC offers the ability to work with a group of like-minded analysts focused on uncovering insights, informing key decisions, and strengthening National Security by shaping future technologies employment.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. Learn more about IAS (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/isr-aviation-security/)

Responsibilities:

• Effectively executing study plans and shaping designs of experiments

• Researching military scenario performance factors

• Modeling and simulation of military systems and scenarios

• Analyzing simulation results and conducting statistical analysis

• Identifying insights within data sets

• Constructing a clear, concise, effective story based on study findings

• Presenting results to stakeholders of multiple levels of seniority

Must-haves:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in related field of study (operations research, engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, military strategic studies) or related discipline and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience

• Experience conducting military utility analysis, military operations research, or military operations analysis

• Experience with DoD mission or above modeling programs (AFSIM, STK, BRAWLER, SUPPRESSOR, THUNDER, CFAM, EADSIM, ESAMS, etc)

• Working knowledge of OCA/DCA, ISR, SEAD/DEAD, Electronic Attack, or Long-Range Fires missions

• Experience with trade-space analyses for radar, EO/IR, communications, or weapons payloads, using physics-based models

• Experience working in or familiarity with object-oriented programming or standard tools such as MATLAB, Python, and C++ Superb presentation skills with presentation experience to decision-making and technical audiences

• An active Secret security clearance is required

Preferred:

• Master's degree or higher in Operations Research or related field of study (engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, military strategic studies)

• Signal processing experience— for example, track fusion and filtering techniques

• AFSIM Developer Training or AFSIM Plug-in development experience

• Mission and/or Campaign level military analysis

• Proficiency with software development using C++ Experience in SAP environments

• Military organization, tactics, and capability knowledge

• Project leadership experience

• Operations analysis experience

• An active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance.

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC (https://www.sncorp.com/who-we-are/about-snc/)

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $143,487.14 - $197,294.82. SNC considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires current/active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.