SMX
Operations Research / Systems Analyst (ORSA) - Modeling and Simulation (5403)
Hanover, MD
No sponsorship$123k-$206kDetected 4 days ago
PythonSQLMachine LearningTensorFlowPyTorchscikit-learnData EngineeringData VisualizationStatisticsA/B TestingSASResearchExperimental DesignCommunicationCollaborationRisk Modeling
About the role
- From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
- We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world.
- We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement.
Responsibilities
- SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
Requirements
- Analyze and recommend process improvements that reduce turnaround times while maintaining required quality and compliance standards
- 8+ years of progressive, hands-on operations research experience, including demonstrated application of queueing theory, simulation, statistical modeling, and predictive analytics to real-world operational problems
- 3-5 years of that experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community mission areas such as personnel vetting, industrial security (NISP), counterintelligence, or insider threat
- Expert-level knowledge of queueing theory and discrete-event simulation, with demonstrated ability to model complex operational processes
- Hands-on experience with simulation tools (Arena, AnyLogic, SimPy, or similar)
- Experience working with complex, messy real-world datasets (missing data, inconsistent formats, temporal misalignment)
- Ability to translate analytical findings into objective, data-backed recommendations for strategic decision-making
- Experience working in secure (classified) government environments
- Secret clearance required (active or ability to obtain)
- Advanced degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline
Compensation
- $123,000 - $206,000 USD
Benefits
- At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits.
- Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
- Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
Equal opportunity
- SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Visa & Work Authorization
- SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization t
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