Army MOS · Support
49A Operations Research/Systems Analysis
Overview
An Operations Research and Systems Analysis officer conducts quantitative and qualitative analysis of military operations, doctrine, tactics, force design, personnel, logistics, and weapon systems. This officer designs tests and experiments, evaluates risk and effectiveness, interprets data, supports resource decisions, and instructs other officers in operations research, systems engineering, and mathematics.
Core Skills
- operations research and quantitative analysis
- statistical modeling and forecasting
- data collection and experimental design
- optimization and simulation
- decision analysis and wargaming
- requirements and capability analysis
- force structure and systems effectiveness assessment
- technical writing and briefing
- program evaluation and policy analysis
- problem framing and structured thinking
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Power BI
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Python
- Salesforce software
- Structured query language SQL
Civilian Career Paths
- Project Management
- Administration
- IT Management
- Intelligence Analysis
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA)
- Certified Analytics Professional: Expert (CAP-X) · Funded
- Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
- Adobe Certified Expert: Adobe Analytics Business Practitioner
- Adobe Certified Master: Adobe Analytics Architect
Career Growth
- Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner (CAIP)
- Certified Logistics Technician 4.0 (CLT 4.0)
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) · Funded
- Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) · Funded
- GIAC AI Security Automation Engineer (GASAE)
What the Work Involves
- Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.
- Define data requirements, and gather and validate information, applying judgment and statistical tests.
- Perform validation and testing of models to ensure adequacy, and reformulate models, as necessary.
- Prepare management reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions.
- Collaborate with others in the organization to ensure successful implementation of chosen problem solutions.
Related Occupations
- Data Scientists
- Management Analysts
- Software Developers
- Database Architects
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Similar Specialties
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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