Operations Research Analyst

For additional information please view the complete OPM qualification standard for the Group Coverage Qualification Standard for the Operations Research Series, please visit: Operations Research Series 1515 (opm.gov) Basic Requirements: Degree: in operations research; or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must have been in calculus. To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-H, FG/GS-10-12. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience is: Experience applying statistical research methods and techniques in support of an organization’s mission. Experience accessing and updating databases to ensure data integrity and availability. Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. You may also be considered for this vacancy based on eligibility under the 30% or More Disabled Veteran Program, and Persons with Disabilities/Persons with Targeted Disabilities. To be considered for one of these special hiring authorities, you must identify your eligibility in your questionnaire in the Applicant-Preferred Conditions of Employment section. In addition, you must submit documentation that provides evidence of eligibility as indicated in the Required Documents section of the announcement. Interview Statement: If the selecting official decides to interview any employee on the selection list for a vacancy, then all who remain under consideration for the position at that point in the process must be interviewed. If the selection list is shortened to a best qualified list through a comparative process, then the best qualified list shall be considered to be the selection list. A selection may be made from this announcement or ACT-AVS-25-AVP210-92639.
This position is located in the Office of Accident Investigation and Prevention (AVP) within the FAA’s Office of Aviation Safety (AVS) line of business.