Operations Research Analyst

Sonalysts, Inc., an employee-owned company and a high-technology service company, is seeking a candidate with strong credentials in operations research methods and mathematical modeling. Duties include the application of applied mathematics and operations research techniques to solve complex problems as part of a cross-functional team for U.S. Government clients.

Who We Are

Sonalysts, Inc. is a small, 100% employee-owned business (ESOP) supporting diverse customers across the Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Army, and other defense and commercial sectors. Our employees come from military, technical, analytical, and creative backgrounds—and all contribute to solving the defense industry’s most complex challenges. As an employee‑owner, you will have a voice in shaping both your work and the company’s direction.

What You Will Be Doing

You will utilize Sonalysts’ military simulation tools to perform operations analysis on challenging military problems across multiple domains of warfare.

What’s in It for You

• Salary ranges between $70,000-$125,000, dependent on experience, qualifications and other relevant business criteria.
• The opportunity to grow from a junior analyst into larger project roles.
• Hands-on experience with real-world defense projects and innovative technical teams.
• Becoming an integral part of an innovative employee-owned company which includes:
• Flexible Time Program enabling an optimal work-life balance by permitting partners to arrange their work around personal appointments, parent-teacher conferences, children’s activities and the like, so long as the partner gets the job done on-time.
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Sales Bonus Program
• Special Performance and Retention Bonus Program
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Dependent Care Assistance Plan
• Health Care Reimbursement Plan
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Professional Development through Tuition Reimbursement Program, Online Training Program and Targeted Skills Program
• Relocation Assistance to Southeastern Connecticut, to be in the vicinity of our Waterford, CT headquarters.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in in Mathematics, Statistical Analysis, Computer Science or Operations Analysis/Research.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, eligible for a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance*

Desired but Not Required

• Experience with military operations research
• Former U.S. Navy or Coast Guard officer
• Experience with search theory
• Experience with submarine operations
• Experience with unmanned systems operations
• Possessing an active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance*
• Obtaining a U.S. Government security clearance involves periodic comprehensive background checks. Candidates are eligible for a clearance if they have demonstrated sound financial management (including good credit) over time, are free of criminal records, have limited foreign contacts or ties, and other factors indicative of a position of trust to protect information sensitive to the U.S. Government.

Sonalysts, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, disability, or other basis protected by law.

This job is not available to residents of New York City because of local law restrictions there.

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