Navy Officer Subspecialty · Support
3211 Operations Research and Analysis
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Operations research and analysis officers use quantitative methods to study missions, resources, risks, and possible courses of action. They develop models and simulations, analyze data, and present recommendations that support senior leader decisions.
Core Skills
- operations research
- statistical modeling
- simulation and wargaming
- decision analysis
- cost effectiveness analysis
- data visualization
- optimization methods
- risk analysis
- executive technical briefing
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
- Intelligence Analysis
- Project Management
- Finance and Accounting
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
- Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate
- PCAP™ - Certified Associate Python Programmer
Career Growth
- INFORMS Certified Analytics Professional
- SAS Certified Advanced Analytics Professional
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Also Common
- SAS Certified Specialist: Base Programming Using SAS
- Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)
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
- Software Developers
- Database Architects
- Statisticians
- Statistical Assistants
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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