Operations Analyst II

Intecon

Operations Analyst II supporting DARPA's Adaptive Capabilities Office with analytical and operational support. Applying analytical methods to aid decision-making in resource and program execution.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Apply analytical methods from mathematics, science, and engineering to support the coordination and management of ACO programs and the effective use of money, materials, equipment, and people.
Gather information from ACO Program Managers, financial systems, and external sources to build and maintain analytical models that describe program execution, resource utilization, and schedule performance.
Track technical and financial milestones across ACO programs and prepare regular status reports for the ACO Office Director, Deputy Director, Deputy Program Directors, and Assistant Director for Program Management.
Organize and support small meetings, working groups, and program reviews, including agenda preparation, attendee coordination, material distribution, and minutes capture.
Develop briefing slides, decision support materials, and analytical products that translate technical and financial data into clear recommendations for ACO leadership.
Support the preparation of program plans, quarterly review documentation, and ad hoc analytical reports in the format and schedule provided by the Government.
Coordinate with ACO Program Managers and external performers to validate data, resolve discrepancies, and ensure analytical products reflect the current state of each program.
Identify operational inefficiencies, recommend process improvements, and document standard operating procedures to support consistent execution across the office.
Maintain organized records and analytical work products on classified and unclassified systems, with quarterly reviews to ensure documents can be located 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 four (4) years of experience in operations research or operational analysis supporting federal Government, defense, or research and development clients.
Minimum of two (2) 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.
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

operations researchoperational analysisanalytical modelsmathematical techniquesprocess improvementsdata validationresource utilizationschedule performanceprogram plansstandard operating procedures

Soft Skills

problem solvingcreativityforesightjudgmentcommunicationorganizationcoordinationattention to detailprofessionalismteam collaboration