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OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST

AFELM US Space CommandKirtland AFB, New MexicoPosted 4 Nov 2026

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In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions, Operations Research Series 1515. BASIC REQUIREMENT: Degree: in operations research; or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics.

At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience includes professional knowledge of Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) and Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) as it relates to warfighting.

Extensive understanding of NAVWAR Electronic Attack, Electronic Support, and Electronic Protection as it applies to warfighting. Extensive knowledge of a wide range of methods and techniques used in operations research studies and possession of analytical abilities. Substantial knowledge of JNWC programs and activities; NAVWAR missions, policies, and objectives; management principles and processes; engineering tools and methods; and techniques for assessing program development to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency.

Ability to use and evaluate NAVWAR models and simulation techniques. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Professional knowledge of Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) and Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) as it relates to warfighting. Extensive understanding of NAVWAR Electronic Attack, Electronic Support, and Electronic Protection as it applies to warfighting.

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Extensive knowledge of a wide range of methods and techniques used in operations research studies and possession of analytical abilities. 2. Substantial knowledge of JNWC programs and activities; NAVWAR missions, policies, and objectives; management principles and processes; engineering tools and methods; and techniques for assessing program development to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Ability to use and evaluate NAVWAR models and simulation techniques.

3. Working knowledge of the Global Positioning System (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), and satellite navigation (SATNAV) in each of the Space, Cyber, and EW domains. 4. Skilled in quantitative techniques and methods used to develop, adapt, modify, and apply models to resolve problems or define and clarify alternative solutions. Ability to develop and utilize appropriate data collection techniques and to design, build, and use models and simulation techniques.

5. Ability to lead or participate in study teams; originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies; and execute projects and/or studies within established financial and/or time constraints; to negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relations; skill to negotiate and/or defend findings and program support concepts. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; to recognize and use correct grammar to communicate information in writing in a succinct and organized manner; and produce written information, including technical material, which is appropriate for the intended audience.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

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