Operations Analyst III

Intecon

Operations Analyst III providing analytical and operational support to DARPA Adaptive Capabilities Office. Leading analytical products to inform decisions on program execution and resource allocation.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and application of analytical models that describe ACO program execution, resource utilization, and operational performance, applying methods from mathematics, science, and engineering.
Track technical and financial milestones across multiple ACO programs and produce consolidated analytical products for the ACO Office Director, Deputy Director, Deputy Program Directors, and Assistant Director for Program Management.
Mentor and review the work of junior analysts, providing direction on data gathering, model construction, briefing development, and meeting coordination.
Organize and support working groups, program reviews, and senior level meetings, including agenda development, material preparation, attendee coordination, and follow up on action items.
Build and deliver briefings, decision support materials, and analytical reports that translate complex technical and financial data into clear, actionable recommendations for ACO leadership.
Prepare program plans, quarterly review documentation, and custom ad hoc reports in the Government provided format and within established deadlines.
Validate program data with ACO Program Managers and external performers, resolve discrepancies, and ensure analytical products are accurate and complete on first submission.
Identify recurring operational issues, recommend process improvements, and contribute to the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures for the office.
Maintain analytical work products and supporting documentation on classified and unclassified systems in an organized manner that supports retrieval within 15 minutes.
Communicate clearly and professionally with the Government and contractor teammates while clearly identifying as a contractor at all times during meetings, calls, and written correspondence.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of six (6) years of experience in operations research or operational analysis supporting federal Government, defense, or research and development clients
Minimum of three (3) years of experience organizing small meetings and tracking technical and financial milestones
Demonstrated skills in gathering information and applying mathematical or analytical techniques to describe and improve operational systems
Demonstrated creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems in financial, administrative, and program management
Experience mentoring junior analysts and reviewing analytical work products for quality and accuracy
Strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams)
U.S. citizenship.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Group Health Plans (Medical, Dental, and Vision) coverage.
Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Supplemental Plans Available.
Company-paid Training and Development Programs.
Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match.
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.

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Hard Skills & Tools

analytical modelsoperations researchoperational analysismathematical techniquesdata gatheringmodel constructionprogram plansprocess improvementsstandard operating proceduresanalytical reports

Soft Skills

mentoringproblem solvingcreativityforesightjudgmentcommunicationorganizationleadershipcoordinationattention to detail