Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist

This position supports ONR Global’s Experimentation & Analysis mission by helping the Navy evaluate, test, and understand emerging technologies before they move into broader investment or transition decisions. The Experimentation & Operational Analysis Technical Specialist will play a central role in designing experimentation approaches, developing analytical models, evaluating technical performance, and translating complex data into actionable insights for senior Science and Technology leaders.

This is an opportunity for a highly experienced technical professional to influence the direction of Navy S&T investments by applying experimentation planning, operations research, modeling and simulation, and data-driven analysis to real-world operational challenges.

What You’ll Do

• Support ONR Global leadership in evaluating emerging technologies and their operational relevance.
• Develop and execute Data Collection and Analysis Plans for Technology Operational Experimentation Events.
• Build mathematical models to compare and assess technology performance in operational scenarios.
• Analyze experimentation results and provide decision-quality recommendations to government leadership.
• Conduct cost-benefit and technical feasibility assessments of proposed E&A technologies.
• Assess whether technology investments align with Naval S&T priorities, operational needs, and future-year planning budgets.
• Identify technology areas that may no longer align with current Naval Research Enterprise strategic guidance.
• Prepare clear, concise technical reports, progress updates, and executive-level summaries.
• Present project data and technical findings at portfolio reviews, technical exchanges, planning sessions, and ONR Global meetings.
• Coordinate with program officers, science advisors, warfighters, acquisition sponsors, transition sponsors, and members of the Naval Research and Development Establishment.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in:
• Civil engineering
• Mechanical engineering
• Materials engineering
• Industrial engineering
• A closely related engineering or physical science discipline
• 10+ years of experience in Science and Technology development.
• Demonstrated expertise in:
• Experimentation planning
• Operations research
• Data Collection and Analysis Plans
• Modeling and simulation
• Wargaming
• Technology Innovation Games
• Analytical methods supporting investment decisions
• Ability to prepare technical execution reports, portfolio progress reports, and collaboration site updates.
• Active Top Secret U.S. Government security clearance at time of contract award.

Preferred Experience

• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working with Navy or Department of Defense Science and Technology organizations.
• Understanding of the Naval Research Enterprise, including ONR program officers, science advisors, and S&T development processes.
• Ability to brief senior leaders and translate complex technical analysis into practical recommendations.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan