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Operations Research Analyst Senior

SteerBridge, Patuxent Highland (historical), MD, United States


SteerBridge Strategies is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission‑focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector. Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial‑grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.

At the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem‑solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don’t simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it , creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.

General Program Overview
This program supports a U.S. Naval Aviation organization by delivering advanced data analytics, modeling, and decision‑support capabilities that improve aircraft readiness, maintenance planning, and sustainment outcomes. The team works with complex, multi‑source data to identify trends, forecast workload and cost drivers, and develop actionable insights that help leaders make better‑informed operational and resource decisions.

Work on this program spans data engineering, predictive analytics, logistics and sustainment analysis, and the development of dashboards and analytical tools used to improve mission readiness, reduce delays, and optimize long‑term lifecycle costs across aviation platforms.

Operations Research Analyst – Senior
Role Overview
The Senior Operations Research Analyst serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), leading complex analytical efforts that support mission‑critical readiness, sustainment, and cost decisions. This role focuses

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Federal Holidays

Key Responsibilities

Lead development of advanced analytical models, simulations, and forecasting tools

Provide expert analysis supporting readiness improvement initiatives and sustainment strategies

Advise stakeholders on cost, logistics, maintenance, and operational tradeoffs

Guide analytical methodologies and ensure rigor and accuracy

Mentor and oversee the work of less‑senior analysts

Support enterprise‑level decision‑making through data‑driven insights

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a related field

15+ yearsof professional experience

Recognized SME with experience supporting high‑visibility or mission‑critical programs

Additional Requirements

U.S. citizenship

Ability to obtain and maintain a Tier 3 investigation

Experience working with sensitive or controlled data

$130,000 - $145,000 a year

SteerBridge Strategies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants and employees are treated with respect and dignity—regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require assistance during the application process, we encourage you to reach out so we can support your needs.

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