Senior Operations Analyst - Defense Analytics DARPA

Job Summary
We are recruiting Senior Operations Research Analysts as Key Personnel to lead advanced analytics in support of R&D transition, portfolio risk assessment, and process improvement within a high‑impact defense research environment.
Key Responsibilities (Narrative)
In this role, you will conduct sophisticated analyses to support the transition of research and development efforts into operational use. You will examine potential transition pathways, identify opportunities and obstacles, and develop quantitative assessments that help decision‑makers understand the relative merits of different options. Your work will include analyzing partner requirements, program performance, and broader strategic factors to inform transition planning.

You will also evaluate portfolio‑level schedule, cost, and risk trade‑offs, helping leadership prioritize efforts and allocate resources. This may include building models, running scenarios, and synthesizing results into clear, de...