Operations Research Analyst (Mid)

About INDUS

INDUS is a 100% employee-owned government services provider delivering engineering, IT, cybersecurity, program management, logistics, and data analytics solutions to federal customers.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do! We foster a culture of teamwork, support, and growth, investing in our employees from day one through mentorship, training, and professional development. Together, we deliver exceptional service to our customers and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

The Team and the Role

The Surface Sonar & Combat Systems Analyst (Operations Research Analyst) provides technical test and evaluation (T&E) support for U.S. Navy Undersea Warfare (USW) combat systems, with a primary focus on the AN/SQQ-89A(V)15 Sonar Suite. This role supports shipboard testing, data analysis, and performance assessments to evaluate sonar and combat system effectiveness, improve operational readiness, and support informed decision-making for Navy stakeholders.

What You'll Do

• Conducts technical analysis, performance assessments, and data reconstruction while supporting the planning, execution, analysis, reporting, and systems engineering of surface-ship USW Combat System T&E events, with emphasis on the AN/SQQ-89A(V)15 USW Combat System, including hull-mounted sonar, active and passive towed-array sonar systems, auxiliary equipment, and associated combat system interfaces.
• Supports test planning by evaluating ship configurations and combat-system baselines, determining test requirements, developing test scenarios and target geometries, and identifying resources required for safe test execution.
• Serves as a member of the shipboard USW Combat System test team and, upon qualification, as a subject matter expert for assigned equipment, overseeing scheduled tests and documenting results in accordance with approved test plans.
• Supports shipboard pierside and at-sea test execution, including equipment operation, maintenance and troubleshooting, test instrumentation, data collection, and live-fire events in accordance with approved USN procedures and safety requirements.
• Applies operations research techniques, statistical methods, modeling tools, and quantitative analysis to reconstruct test events and evaluate sonar detection, classification, localization, tracking, tactics, system performance, and operational effectiveness.
• Develops analytical reports, briefings, data products, findings, conclusions, and recommendations for USG stakeholders to support system performance, operational readiness, and future test requirements.
• Supports continuous improvement by reviewing and developing T&E processes, procedures, equipment, and analytical methodologies, and assists with future test requirements and the research, development, and testing of electronic systems and components.
• Participates in USG training to complete required qualifications, assists with task planning, cost estimates, etc.
• Bid and proposal support as requested.
• Other duties assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• An active DoD secret clearance is required to be considered.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Operations Research, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physics, Acoustics, Ocean Engineering, or a related quantitative field is required. In lieu of a relevant degree, three (3) or more years of experience AND possession of at least one of the following USN Enlisted Classification (NEC) codes may be substituted:
• V52B - AN/SQQ-89(V)15 Sonar System Level II Technician.
• V55B - AN/SQQ-89A(V)15 Surface Ship USW Combat Systems Maintenance Technician.
• V56B - AN/SQQ-89A(V)15/(V)15 EC204 Surface Ship USW Combat Systems Journeyman.
• Three (3) years of professional experience in operations research, data analysis, systems analysis, USN USW combat systems, or a related technical field.
• Experience working on AN/SQQ-89A(V)15 Sonar Suite ACB15+ or later versions within the last five years.
• Understanding of operations research principles, statistical analysis, data modeling, and quantitative methods and their application to USN combat systems and USW operations.
• Knowledge of active sonar principles, including hull-mounted sonar systems, active and passive towed-array modes, detection and classification performance metrics, and related tactics and environmental factors.
• Proficiency with Linux-based operating systems, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), and sonar-related applications used for system operation, testing, data collection, analysis, troubleshooting, and visualization.
• Skill with analytical techniques used to collect, document, analyze, and evaluate USW Combat System test data and results in accordance with approved test plans and USN procedures.
• Must possess basic computer literacy and data entry skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Must possess strong time management skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% within CONUS, including travel aboard U.S. Navy ships.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior service as a work center supervisor, leading petty officer, leading chief petty officer, or in a comparable USN technical leadership position.
• Experience with USN sonar systems, sonar analysis, USW tactics, or combat system T&E.
• Experience supporting at-sea testing, shipboard operations, data reconstruction, or performance assessment of USN combat systems.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain seated in a stationary position for approximately 50% of the workday and alternate between sitting, standing, and walking.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physical activities, including prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, crouching, and climbing, while performing shop activities, inspections, or observing operations in industrial or comparable environments, including aboard submarines or within weapons facilities.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected base pay range for this position is $85,412.60 – $89,908 per year. INDUS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k) with employer match, and comprehensive health benefits. We also invest in employee growth through professional development funding, education reimbursement, and online learning opportunities. Employees may also be eligible for performance bonuses and other rewards.

Individual compensation is determined by job-related factors, including relevant experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and alignment with the position's requirements. INDUS also considers internal pay equity and industry benchmarks to support fair and competitive compensation.

Learn more about our culture and benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

INDUS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.

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