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Senior Operations Research Scientist

DEFCON AI
Omaha, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 9/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/23/2025
About Defcon Ai

RESILIENCE IN THE FACE OF DISRUPTION. DEFCON AI is an insights company that leverages artificial intelligence, mathematical optimization, data analytics, and software engineering for resilient optimization of complex systems.

In today's dynamically changing world, DEFCON AI's technology aligns outcomes with operational goals, better decision making, and empowers customers to anticipate assess, and mitigate the impacts of disruptions.

About the Senior Operations Research Scientist

Are you passionate about driving innovation through advanced mathematical modeling? Does working in a multi-disciplinary team that addresses a diverse range of complex problems get you excited? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as a Senior Operations Research Scientist in the Tech Development and Analytics team at DEFCON AI.

We're currently looking for creative, smart, and humble teammates who want to join our group of world-renowned researchers as we push the boundaries applying AI to complex problems. As an Operations Research Scientist, you will be at the forefront of driving the development and deployment of our latest optimization, simulation, and data science models to production. If you're a forward-thinking, technically adept individual with a passion for mathematical modeling this role is for you.

Requirements

  • Experience formulating and solving optimization problems
  • MS or PhD in mathematics, operations research, physics, computer science, industrial engineering or related field.
  • Programming experience in Python and/or R, version control (Git), and database (SQL, MySQL) and common data science libraries (e.g. Pandas, Numpy)
  • Knowledge and experience with statistics and data science
  • At least 5 years of experience using analysis to solve complex problems
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance, or willingness to obtain Clearance
  • Wiling to temporarily relocate to (or already reside in) Omaha, NE
    • If relocating, Defcon will provide a comprehensive relocation package inclusive of temporary housing
Bonus Points

  • Practical experience applying AI/ML techniques
  • Basic data engineering skills (data cleaning, building ETL pipelines, and/or database administration)
  • Cloud-based development (AWS, GCP, Azure, etc) and deployment (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • TS/SCI Clearance

What we offer:

  • Top-of-market competitive salary, bonus, and equity package
  • 100% employer paid comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental and vision for you and your family
  • Unlimited PTO, with your manager's approval
  • 14 weeks of fully paid parental leave
  • Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
  • Occasional travel to our offices in Washington D.C or alternative locations to collaborate with your team in person.

Salary Range: $160,000-250,000

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer: You'll receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. www.

Salary : $160,000 - $250,000

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