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Principal Operations Research Analyst
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.
Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions. Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.
Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.
Key Responsibilities:
KBR is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Operations Research Analyst with a strong background in combat modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) to join a dynamic, forward-based team in Hawaii. In this role, you will collaborate with a high-performing, multidisciplinary team of planners, analysts, and technical experts leveraging advanced MS&A tools and techniques to shape and inform Concept Exploration, Course of Action Analysis, and Operational Planning efforts for U.S. Pacific Command (USPACOM), the Department of War (DoW), and other key stakeholders. This team operates in close coordination with a parent organization located in the National Capital Region (NCR). The ideal candidate shall:
- Lead or support the conduct of mission-level analytical studies for operational- and senior-level military decision makers, technology developers, and acquisition professionals for use in CONOPS development, force structure design, resource allocation, and targeted technology insertion.
- Design experiments, define metrics, and analyze simulation outputs to produce actionable insights.
- Conduct pre- and post-simulation analyses as needed.
- Collaborate directly with military operations subject matter experts, planners, and distributed teams to develop and refine trustworthy, scalable models, behaviors, and scenarios.
- Develop reusable model components and behaviors and maintain clear technical documentation.
- Produce high-impact deliverables (briefings, visualizations, reports) for senior DoW stakeholders.
- Work independently in a forward environment while coordinating with a reach-back team in the NCR.
Work Environment:
- Location: On-site in Hawaii, supporting a mission-critical USPACOM environment
- Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%, supporting strong work-life balance
- Working Hours: Standard
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or related STEM discipline with 10+ years of relevant experience
- Strong knowledge of simulation analysis and experiment design & analysis techniques
- High level of proficiency in R, MATLAB, Python, JupyterLab and/or Jupyter Notebook
- High level of proficiency in at least one mission-level combat modeling & simulation framework such as AFSIM, SAFE-SiM, or NGTS
- Demonstrated technical leadership or study lead experience
- Competent understanding of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) diagrams and techniques
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a small, high-performance team environment
- Strong collaborative skills with experience working in expert-driven, multidisciplinary teams
Desired:
- Master’s degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or related STEM discipline with 12+ years of relevant experience
- Expert level of proficiency in R, MATLAB, Python, JupyterLab and/or Jupyter Notebook
- Expert level of proficiency in at least one mission-level combat modeling & simulation frameworks such as AFSIM, SAFE-SiM, or NGTS
- High level of proficiency in developing and employing MBSE diagrams and techniques
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40hrs
Basic Compensation:
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Compensation for Hawaii is $158,000-$178,000.
Additional Compensation:
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of national defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off,
We are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
We is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Title:
Principal Operations Research Analyst
At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.
Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions. Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact.
Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.
Key Responsibilities:
KBR is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Operations Research Analyst with a strong background in combat modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) to join a dynamic, forward-based team in Hawaii. In this role, you will collaborate with a high-performing, multidisciplinary team of planners, analysts, and technical experts leveraging advanced MS&A tools and techniques to shape and inform Concept Exploration, Course of Action Analysis, and Operational Planning efforts for U.S. Pacific Command (USPACOM), the Department of War (DoW), and other key stakeholders. This team operates in close coordination with a parent organization located in the National Capital Region (NCR). The ideal candidate shall:
- Lead or support the conduct of mission-level analytical studies for operational- and senior-level military decision makers, technology developers, and acquisition professionals for use in CONOPS development, force structure design, resource allocation, and targeted technology insertion.
- Design experiments, define metrics, and analyze simulation outputs to produce actionable insights.
- Conduct pre- and post-simulation analyses as needed.
- Collaborate directly with military operations subject matter experts, planners, and distributed teams to develop and refine trustworthy, scalable models, behaviors, and scenarios.
- Develop reusable model components and behaviors and maintain clear technical documentation.
- Produce high-impact deliverables (briefings, visualizations, reports) for senior DoW stakeholders.
- Work independently in a forward environment while coordinating with a reach-back team in the NCR.
Work Environment:
- Location: On-site in Hawaii, supporting a mission-critical USPACOM environment
- Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%, supporting strong work-life balance
- Working Hours: Standard
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or related STEM discipline with 10+ years of relevant experience
- Strong knowledge of simulation analysis and experiment design & analysis techniques
- High level of proficiency in R, MATLAB, Python, JupyterLab and/or Jupyter Notebook
- High level of proficiency in at least one mission-level combat modeling & simulation framework such as AFSIM, SAFE-SiM, or NGTS
- Demonstrated technical leadership or study lead experience
- Competent understanding of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) diagrams and techniques
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a small, high-performance team environment
- Strong collaborative skills with experience working in expert-driven, multidisciplinary teams
Desired:
- Master’s degree in Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or related STEM discipline with 12+ years of relevant experience
- Expert level of proficiency in R, MATLAB, Python, JupyterLab and/or Jupyter Notebook
- Expert level of proficiency in at least one mission-level combat modeling & simulation frameworks such as AFSIM, SAFE-SiM, or NGTS
- High level of proficiency in developing and employing MBSE diagrams and techniques
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40hrs
Basic Compensation:
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Compensation for Hawaii is $158,000-$178,000.
Additional Compensation:
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of national defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off,
We are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
We is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Operations Research Analyst
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
H-1B eligibility hinges on a direct link between your degree field and the role. A degree in operations research, industrial engineering, applied mathematics, or statistics maps cleanly. A general business degree requires additional documentation to satisfy USCIS specialty occupation standards.
Target PERM-active industries first
Defense contractors, consulting firms, and logistics companies file PERM labor certifications for operations research roles at higher rates than retail or media employers. Prioritize sectors where quantitative modeling directly drives revenue or compliance, since those employers sponsor more consistently.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Filter by Operations Research Analyst roles on Migrate Mate to find employers with confirmed LCA filing history. This cuts out companies that list quantitative roles but have never sponsored a visa, saving weeks of outreach to dead ends.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for Operations Research Analyst in your target city before you receive an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify at least that wage level, so knowing it in advance protects you from accepting an offer that cannot legally support your sponsorship.
Align your resume to O*NET task language
Employers copy O*NET task descriptions directly into LCA and PERM job duty statements. If your resume uses different terminology for the same work, it creates a mismatch that can complicate the specialty occupation argument. Mirror O*NET language in your work experience descriptions before you apply.
Confirm employer cap-exempt status early
Universities, affiliated nonprofits, and certain government research contractors are exempt from the H-1B annual cap and lottery. If your offer is from one of these organizations, your petition can be filed any time of year without waiting for April registration, which significantly shortens your timeline to authorized work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Operations Research Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Operations Research Analyst positions typically require at least a bachelor's degree in operations research, industrial engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, or a closely related quantitative field. USCIS treats this as a specialty occupation because the role's core duties, such as building optimization models and running statistical analyses, are directly tied to that specific degree requirement.
Which visa types can sponsor an Operations Research Analyst?
H-1B is the most common path, but Australian citizens can use the E-3 visa, Chilean nationals the H-1B1 visa, and Singaporean nationals the H-1B1 as well. All three require the employer to file a Labor Condition Application with DOL first. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN visa if the role fits the USMCA economist or engineer category, though TN eligibility depends on the specific job duties.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor operations research roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA sponsorship history for Operations Research Analyst positions, so you can browse roles where sponsorship is already confirmed rather than asking cold during the interview process.
Can I qualify for sponsorship without a master's degree?
A bachelor's degree in a directly related field is sufficient for H-1B specialty occupation status. However, many positions posted by federal contractors and consulting firms list a master's as preferred because the work involves complex optimization or simulation modeling. A strong bachelor's with demonstrable modeling experience, published work, or relevant certifications can offset the absence of a graduate degree in most cases.
What happens to my status if I'm on OPT and my H-1B isn't selected in the lottery?
If you're on STEM OPT when your H-1B registration is not selected, you can continue working for your STEM OPT employer until your authorized period expires, provided your employer is E-Verify enrolled. Some employers also pursue cap-exempt H-1B options through affiliated nonprofits or research institutions, which bypass the annual lottery entirely. Talk to your employer about these alternatives before your OPT ends.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Operations Research Analyst jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.