Operations Research Analyst

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Salary

$106K-$138K From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$111,944 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+13.7% - Much faster than average

9% above the BLS role benchmark for data and ml aggregate.

Matched to SOC 15-1252 - Data and ML aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

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Data From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Mid From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Schedule

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Weekend work

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Where they hire

Hires in: CA, CO, FL, MA, MO, PA, TX, VA From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

About this role

Operations Research Analyst Multiple Locations Summary San Diego is no longer a location to select. Reemployed annuitant: This vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants. This is an open-continuous announcement with referral lists being issued to the hiring manager every 2 weeks until vacancy close. Applicants may edit their application or reapply anytime before the 7/6 closing date of the announcement. Duties Serves as an expert operations research analyst, plans, performs, and reports on research projects solo or in teams. Applies DA techniques across the full analytics life cycle to enhance agency mission performance and provide data-driven oversight. Applies operations research and data analytics to special studies, audits, and leadership-directed projects. Resolves complex, unique agency matters through intensive, systematic exploration to support the DCAA audit community's mission. Performs research and analysis of how data analytic software, data management platforms, and AI capabilities can be adapted and implemented for the agency's audit environment. Provides OR and technical support for IT accounting, cost and financial audits. Uses electronic tools, enterprise analytic platforms (e.g., Databricks) and SQL queries to execute the contract audit mission and ensure financial oversight accuracy. Develops tailored review plans, analytical models and process improvements for agency programs and control systems. Supports business process re-engineering and enterprise architecture goals by assessing needs and researching alternative solutions. Requirements Must be a U.S Citizen as verified through E-Verify Program Drug Testing: If you are given access to classified information, you will be subject to random drug testing. If you

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