Overview
The Analyst (Operations Research Optimization) role involves using mathematical modelling and optimization techniques to analyze complex problems, optimize business processes, and support decision-making within the Operations Directorate.
Key Responsibilities
- - Works with Division/Branch Head to determine how best OA/OR and optimization can support the work of the Division and the Headquarters.
- - Analyses complex business/military problems using mathematical models, and optimization techniques to recommend optimal solutions.
- - Develops and implements algorithms and/or heuristics to optimize business processes, resource allocation, and operational efficiency within the Headquarters.
- - Collaborates with cross-functional teams to understand operational challenges and offer recommendations.
- - Creates and validates optimization models to predict outcomes, assess risks, and evaluate various military scenarios.
- - Presents findings and recommendations to stakeholders through reports, visualizations, and presentations.
- - Monitors and refines models based on feedback, evolving data, or changing operational requirements.
- - Stays updated on advancements in operations research methods, tools, and industry best practices.
- - Conducts analytical and optimization studies to support decision-making in areas such as joint warfare, logistics, deployment and sustainment.
- - Leads in training JAS Division personnel and HQ personnel in optimization methods.
- - Undertakes work as part of a project team or working group.
Required Experience
- - Experience of military modelling and optimization (linear, integer, mixed-integer, non-linear, stochastic), with expertise on computer systems and related applications.
- - Knowledge of joint and/or combined operations at both operational and tactical levels.
- - Ability to apply standard Operations Research optimization techniques to include statistical analysis, mathematical modelling, project management, linear programming and other analytical techniques.
- - Proficiency in computer software programmes designed to apply analytical techniques related to optimization applications.
- - Experience of use of mathematical modelling methods and optimization software.
- - Experience with optimization tools such as ILOG CPLEX, GAMS, Gurobi Optimizer.
- - Proven ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with good briefing skills (including visualizations for customers).
- - Publications on optimization in refereed academic journals in SCI (Science Citation Index).
Qualifications
University Degree in computer science, engineering disciplines, statistics or similar numerate discipline, operations research or related discipline and 4 years post related experience, or Higher Secondary education and completed advanced vocational training in that discipline leading to a professional qualification or professional accreditation with 5 years post related and 2 years function related experience.
