**Description** We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated **Operations Research & Systems Analyst (ORSA)** to join the Multi-Domain Effects (MDE) Division within the Space Security and Defense Program (SSDP) with anticipated travel in support of SSDP’s priorities. This division leads cutting-edge analysis of advanced space capabilities to support national security decision-making. You will work at the intersection of modeling, simulation, and mission analysis to deliver data-driven insights on the value and effectiveness of multi-domain systems in contested environments. You can work either in our **Reston, VA office or our Colorado Springs, CO** . **Fun stuff you will do on the job:** + Conduct mission-level modeling, simulation, and vignette-based analysis of space and multi-domain concepts. + Evaluate advanced U.S. capabilities against projected adversary threats using parametric studies and architectural tradeoffs. + Translate complex analysis into actionable recommendations to inform acquisitions and operational strategies. + Lead the development and application of model-based systems engineering (MBSE), DOTmLPF-P analysis, and physics-based wargaming. + Oversee and implement policies and standards for study execution and ensure regulatory and security compliance. + Drive integration across FFRDCs, National Labs, and industry partners in support of SSDP’s research priorities. + Apply Agile principles to manage analytical projects and maintain alignment with SSDP strategic objectives. + Lead or contribute to Program Increment (PI) planning sessions, setting SMART goals and managing interdependencies and risks. + Collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders—including government agencies, academic institutions, and industry—to align technical efforts with strategic needs and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences effectively. + Combine operational military experience with technical acumen to drive data-informed decisions. + Blend traditional and emerging analytic tools across all echelons of the Department of Defense. + Influence decisions in areas such as personnel, force structure, training, resource allocation, and combat operations. + Operate confidently across strategic, operational, and tactical levels—from Army divisions to combatant commands and national decision-making bodies. **Qualifications** **This is you:** + Master’s degree in Operations Research, Statistics, Systems Engineering, or related analytical field with 7+ years of experience in DoD, IC, or related technical industries, including 3+ years in a SAP and/or SCI environment. + Must have an in-scope security background investigation (T5 or SSBI), adjudicated for SCI eligibility and enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation program (if applicable) and hold a current Polygraph security clearance. + Strong experience with modeling and simulation, process optimization, decision analysis, and multi-variate analysis. + Understanding of U.S. military operations, campaign-level analysis, operational planning, and acquisition processes. + Proven ability to design and conduct mission-level analytical studies, assess operational effectiveness, and brief findings to senior stakeholders. **You will wow us even more if you have these skills:** + Familiarity with tools such as AFSIM, SysML, STORM, SEAS, discrete-event simulation or similar modeling/simulation platforms. + Ability to work in a flexible, fast paced, and highly dynamic environment. + Ability to multi-task and maintain deadline punctuality during pressurized situations. + Prior military service in analytical roles such as FA49 or AFSC 15A is highly desirable. SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site. REQNUMBER: 2505535 SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability