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Operational Analyst II (DARPA)

Universal Strategy Group Inc
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/28/2026

USGI is seeking an Operational Analyst II to provide support that complements the Government’s expertise in accomplishing its mission requiring financial management, administrative support, acquisition support, and technical expertise with regard to DARPA and Department of War (DoW) processes and in defense-related science and technologies. This support may include information, advice, opinions, alternatives, analyses, evaluations, recommendations, training, and services.


Responsibilities

  • Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decision making, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. 
  • May collect and analyze data and develop decision support software, services, or products. 
  • May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for program evaluation, review, or implementation.


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, or mathematics from a regionally accredited college or university 
  • Six (4) years of experience in a related field
  • Two (2) years of experience in organizing small meetings and tracking technical and financial milestones. 
  • Experience in operations research which includes assisting in the coordination and management of large organizations that require the effective use of money, materials, equipment, and people by applying analytical methods from mathematics, science and engineering. 
  • Demonstrated skills in gathering information and applying techniques involving the construction of mathematical models that attempt to describe the system being studied. 
  • Demonstrated creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving problems in financial, administrative and program management. 
  • Possess and maintain a TOP SECRET clearance

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or DARPA programs


Welcome to Universal Strategy Group Inc (USGI)! USGI is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. Founded in 2007 with the single focus of preserving and promoting American security. Our mission is to provide the best-in-class personnel who provide tailored analytical, operational, and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges while exceeding customer expectations.

USGI is committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent that set us apart from our competition. An experienced, team-oriented, dynamic, and expanding company that values exceptional performance! USGI understands that well-cared for and motivated personnel are the key to the successful accomplishment of any mission, and toward that end, USGI takes exceptional care of our team.

USGI offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision benefits, life insurance, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, plus generous PTO offerings to include vacation days, bereavement leave, and 11 paid Federal holidays. USGI is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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