Operations Research – Data Scientist

Winvale

. Conduct studies and analysis of Defense programs within EMAD portfolios .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • United StatesJunior💰 $121,785 - $197,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quantitative analytics and operations research, applying advanced methodologies to analyze defense programs and policy issues. Capable of presenting complex findings to senior leaders and collaborating across organizations while maintaining a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

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Quantitative Analytics ExpertiseOperations ResearchPython ProgrammingStatistical AnalysisTop Secret/SCI Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Data ScienceMathematical ModelingStatistical MethodsCalculusAI/ML TechniquesExcelMATLABSASSTATAArcGIS

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationProblem-SolvingNegotiationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

DatabricksSnowflake

Industry Keywords

Defense ProgramsPolicy AnalysisResource AllocationMilitary HealthSupply Chains

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct studies and analysis of Defense programs within EMAD portfolios
Apply analytical approaches to mission-focused policy, methodological, and administrative problems
Generate and present analytical findings to senior leaders and nontechnical audiences
Lead Program Review teams assessing changes to Defense Components’ Program Objective Memoranda
Ensure analytical techniques are valid and appropriate to identified problems
Execute analysis using approved methodologies
Conduct analysis using Python, R, Excel, AI/ML techniques, Databricks or Snowflake, MATLAB, SAS, STATA, or ArcGIS
Work independently and within a team setting
Advise senior leaders as a subject matter expert on methodological and analytical issues
Analyze resource allocation and policy challenges involving defense industrial bases, supply chains, military health, manpower, and defense-wide programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in operations research from an accredited college/university; or at least 24 semester hours in operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or related courses requiring substantial college-level mathematics or statistics competence
At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must be in calculus
At least 1 year (12 months) of specialized experience equivalent to the applicable GS level
Quantitative analytics and operations research expertise
Experience applying mathematical, statistical, data science, economic, or scientific research methods
Experience using quantitative analytics to solve complex problems
Ability to apply quantitative analytics to policy and program issues
Ability to review Department of War planning documents and evaluate impacts on programs
Ability to develop methodologies, theories, concepts, analyses, and alternatives
Ability to collaborate across internal and external organizations and navigate complex bureaucracies
Ability to translate complex concepts into concise plain-language written communications
Ability to present and brief senior officials and large groups
Ability to explain, advocate, negotiate, and communicate facts and ideas convincingly
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Open to all US Citizens
GS-13: experience extracting and organizing raw program or cost data, conducting basic mathematical analysis, and assisting with program/cost information
GS-14: broad operations research assignments involving unique problems, advanced quantitative techniques, new technologies, mathematical models, and computer programs
GS-15: experience leading teams, performing complex statistical analyses, evaluating large military programs, conducting analyses without defined goals, and advising senior leaders
Transcripts must document accredited education; foreign education requires equivalency documentation
Resume must be limited to 2 pages and include exact hours per week and employment dates

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation expenses are not reimbursed
Volunteer work experience may receive credit
Military Spouse Preference and other priority placement programs
Veterans’ preference
Potential consideration for similar positions for up to six months if not selected
Federal employee benefits are referenced via the CAPE Careers website