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Join a dynamic team dedicated to national security through cutting-edge technology. Since 1968, MANTECH has led in delivering advanced solutions to government intelligence, the Department of Defense, and Federal Civilian sectors. Dive into innovation in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Your journey to impactful work and rapid growth starts now-be extraordinary at MANTECH!\n***This is for a future opportunity***\nMANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Lead Operations Research Analyst to join our team in Tampa, FL.\nThe Lead Operations Research Analyst will architect, design, and validate advanced operations research frameworks, experimental designs, complex simulation models, and predictive analytics pipelines across enterprise special operations environments to optimize force employment and strategic decision-making.\nResponsibilities include but are not limited to:\nArchitect, design, and validate advanced operations research frameworks, complex simulation models, and predictive analytics pipelines across enterprise special operations environments.\nFormulate mathematical optimization models, multi-variate statistical distributions, and hypothesis testing architectures to inform high-level strategic decision-making.\nDirect the evaluation of linear and non-linear programming models, war-gaming simulations, and probabilistic risk assessments under deep uncertainty.\nSynthesize disparate multi-source data to quantify trade-offs, confidence intervals, and operational yields for executive leadership.\nLead the deployment of advanced operations research, statistical modeling, and decision analytics within USPACOM, SOCPAC, and Theater Special Operations Command enclaves.\nPartner with joint commanders and mission directors to integrate quantitative simulations, game theory methodologies, and statistical inference into operational planning cycles.\nEstablish rigorous analytical validation protocols for custom algorithms, automated data pipelines, and machine learning models deployed to forward warfighters, while providing leadership and mentoring to subordinate staff.\nMinimum Qualifications:\nMaster's degree in Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Data Science, or a related field with 10+ years of position-relevant experience (or Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of relevant experience, or Ph.D. with 8+ years of relevant experience).\nExtensive experience in operations research, mathematical modeling, experimental design, and advanced statistical analysis within defense or national security environments.\nDemonstrated background developing and validating linear and non-linear programming models, probabilistic risk assessments, and complex simulation workflows.\nProven experience partnering with joint commanders, mission directors, and senior stakeholders to integrate quantitative models and decision analytics into operational planning cycles.\nCertified Analytics Professional (CAP) or equivalent professional analytics certification.\nDemonstrated experience providing leadership, technical guidance, and mentorship to junior and mid-level analytical staff.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nDoctoral degree in Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or Engineering.\nAdvanced expertise in design of experiments (DoE), ANOVA, Monte Carlo simulations, game theory, Bayesian inference, and programming in Python, R, or SAS.\nExperience supporting Agile / SAFe Agile analytical project delivery workflows.\nDemonstrated alignment with the Special Operations Forces (SOF) ethos, characterized by a mission-first mindset, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to rapidly improvise to meet evolving tactical realities.\nClearance Requirements:\nMust possess an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.\nPhysical Requirements:\nMust be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.\nNeeds to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.\nFrequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. 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