Senior Energetics Wargaming and Operations Analyst

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Energetics Wargamer and Operations Analyst Professional to support IHD's energetics material systems and operations analysis efforts. The professional will conduct initial operational and technology-based analysis to identify relevant wargame scenarios, potential partners, and analyze gaps in energetics technology. This role involves developing operationally relevant vignettes, performing post-wargame analysis, and providing recommendations for technology development, business decisions, and supporting operational warfighting gaps.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Operational & Technology-Based Analysis:

  
  

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  Conduct initial analysis of IHD's energetic material system capabilities to identify and document relevant wargame scenarios.

  
  

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  Collaborate with stakeholders to identify potential wargame partners.

  
  

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  Provide periodic updates on progress as requested.

  
  

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  Wargame Scenario Development:

  
  

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  Develop operationally relevant wargame scenarios focused on energetic mission areas, addressing real-world warfighter issues.

  
  

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  Identify energetics technology development gaps, business case decisions, and operational warfighting gaps through the wargame scenarios.

  
  

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  Post-Wargame Analysis:

  
  

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  Perform post-wargame analysis to assess outcomes and refine NSWC IHD energetics concepts.

  
  

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  Support the development of potential expanded customer bases for energetics solutions.

  
  

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  Plan, facilitate, and perform analysis of at least one wargame scenario, with additional scenarios as required.

  
  

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  Reporting & Documentation:

  
  

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  Report on wargame plans and analysis outcomes in accordance with Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) A006.

  
  

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  Document wargame results, identifying key findings and actionable recommendations.

  
  

Qualifications:

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  Required:

  
  

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  Experience: Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in operational analysis, wargaming, or energetics-related fields.

  
  

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  Education: Master's degree in Operations Research, Management Science, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline.

  
  

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  Security Clearance: Top Secret (TS) security clearance required.

  
  

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  Desired:

  
  

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  Military Experience: Former military experience, particularly related to warfighting concepts and energetic systems.

  
  

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  Technical Expertise: Experience in explosives, munitions testing, or materials science.

  
  

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  Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with energetics technology development and wargaming methodologies.

  
  

Skills & Competencies:

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  Strong understanding of energetics material systems, operational analysis, and wargaming processes.

  
  

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  Expertise in analyzing technology gaps and business case decisions.

  
  

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  Ability to develop compelling, operationally relevant wargame scenarios and vignettes.

  
  

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  Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess outcomes and make actionable recommendations.

  
  

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  Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, for reporting and presenting findings.

  
  

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  Ability to plan and facilitate complex wargame scenarios and analysis.

  
  

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  Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to achieve results.