SUPERVISORY OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST (FUTURES BRANCH CHIEF)

SUPERVISORY OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST (FUTURES BRANCH CHIEF)

Department: Department of Defense

Location(s): Suffolk, Virginia

Salary Range: $150144 - $195190 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is part of an Organization of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The incumbent serves as Branch Chief for Futures, leading enterprise-level forecasting, analytic efforts that project the future joint operating environment, inform Joint Warfighting Concept and CONOPS development; integrates wargaming, experimentation, and research to align future force design with National Defense Strategy priorities; builds and sustains strategic partnerships while supervising a multidisciplinary team.

Major Duties:

• As a SUPERVISORY OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST (FUTURES BRANCH CHIEF) at the GS-1515-15 some of your typical work assignments may include: Leads development of the future joint operating environment and aligns Joint Warfighting Concept-related wargaming, experimentation, exercises, and research to National Defense Strategy priorities. Builds and sustains strategic partnerships with senior leaders (2- and 3-star level), Combatant Commands, the Intelligence Community, interagency partners, and allies to advance joint concept and CONOPS development. Directs complex analytic projects and events (e.g., wargames, tabletop exercises, red challenge workshops) to assess future threats, evaluate capability gaps, and mitigate risk across DOTMLPF domains. Applies advanced research and data analysis methodologies to produce analytically rigorous assessments and actionable recommendations for senior decision-makers. Manages branch resources and technical performance; supervises and develops military, civilian, and contract personnel to strengthen analytic rigor and joint perspective.

Qualifications: You may qualify at the GS-15, if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service: Forecasting the future joint operating environment and translating findings into joint warfighting concepts, CONOPS, or capability development initiatives. Designing, leading, and evaluating analytic projects involving wargaming, experimentation, operational assessments, or related analytic events. Developing assessment methodologies and analytic frameworks; applying advanced research and data analysis techniques to produce defensible recommendations for senior leaders. Leading or supervising multidisciplinary teams and coordinating across Joint Staff, Combatant Commands, the Intelligence Community, interagency, or allied partners. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. NOTE: Resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://www.usajobs.gov, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To preview the questionnaire, please go to https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12899530. Review the General Application Information and Definitions at: https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/DoDGenAppInfo%2012-1-2020.pdf?ver=ECNbdsHtGilTd3OENN4A0Q%3d%3d

Application Deadline: 2026-03-15