Senior Analyst in Alexandria, Virginia at TAPE LCC

We are seeking an experienced Senior Analyst – Training Resource Model (TRM) / Operations Resourcing to provide contractor support to the U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command (USAWHC), Deputy Chief of Staff, Operations (DCSOPS), Requirements & Resourcing Directorate (RRD).

The Senior Analyst will serve as a TRM Action Officer / Operations Resourcing Analyst, providing analytical and resource-management support for Army training requirements, programming and budgeting, OPTEMPO resourcing, cost and trend analysis, and Combat Training Center (CTC) requirements.

The ideal candidate combines strong quantitative and analytical skills with practical knowledge of Army resource management, training requirements, programming and budgeting processes, and operational planning. The position requires the ability to analyze complex data, develop resource forecasts and models, identify funding requirements, and translate findings into clear recommendations and decision-support products for senior leaders.

• Manage and support authorized HQDA versions of the Training Resource Model (TRM), including installation and configuration on approved workstations.

• Analyze TRM model updates, database/schema changes, algorithms, and calculation methodologies.

• Validate command-specific baseline data and identify discrepancies, anomalies, and data-integrity issues.

• Coordinate with HQDA TRM/model developers to resolve technical issues and implement approved corrections.

• Maintain model version histories, change logs, validation documentation, and variance analyses.

• Ensure TRM configurations and supporting data remain accurate, operational, and aligned with authorized model requirements.

• Analyze prior-year execution, current-year adjustments, and budget-year requirements to identify funding trends and resource requirements.

• Develop and consolidate G-3/5/7 inputs for Program Objective Memorandum (POM), mid-term, and long-range planning submissions to HQDA.

• Prepare resource recommendations, justification narratives, exhibits, and supporting analysis for the Command Operating Budget (COB).

• Support requirements across multiple appropriations, including OMA, OPA, OMNG, and RPA.

• Develop outyear funding forecasts and identify resource gaps, risks, and emerging requirements.

• Translate complex analytical findings into concise, leadership-ready briefings, reports, and recommendations.

• Monitor operational trends, consumption rates, historical execution, and TRM cost-factor changes.

• Evaluate the impact of inflation, fuel and parts costs, training requirements, and other cost drivers on resource requirements.

• Conduct quantitative trend, sensitivity, and scenario analyses.

• Develop "what-if" models to evaluate potential changes in assumptions, requirements, and operating conditions.

• Prepare cost-factor assessments, risk analyses, trend briefings, and mitigation recommendations.

• Support the calculation, validation, and distribution of Operating Tempo (OPTEMPO) resources across subordinate units.

• Analyze requirements associated with ground miles, flying hours, track miles, simulator hours, and other training-resource measures.

• Apply TRM-generated requirements and algorithms to command-wide resource allocation decisions.

• Monitor execution against funded targets and identify shortfalls, excesses, and emerging requirements.

• Conduct monthly and quarterly execution and burn-rate analyses.

• Develop resource reallocation recommendations based on execution, readiness requirements, and changing operational needs.

• Perform Action Officer responsibilities supporting command-wide OPTEMPO management.

• Evaluate command-specific BLTM issues and develop recommendations for resolution.

• Review and adjust model event parameters and resource-consumption profiles to reflect operational realities and unique mission requirements.

• Validate training-event assumptions and associated cost factors.

• Document model adjustments, methodologies, assumptions, and resulting impacts.

• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure unit-specific models remain accurate and supportable.

• Support CTC resource analysis and requirements development for scheduled rotations and major exercises.

• Calculate, validate, and document OPTEMPO requirements for NTC, JRTC, JMRC, and comparable exercises.

• Reconcile rotational training requirements against baseline TRM allocations.

• Identify funding variances and resource gaps before and after training rotations.

• Prepare pre- and post-rotation resource validation and reconciliation packages.

• Provide analytical support for CTC-related resource decisions, briefings, and leadership engagements.

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, operations research, mathematics, statistics, public administration, management, or a related analytical discipline.

• Significant experience supporting Army operations, resource management, programming and budgeting, training management, or defense-related programs.

• Demonstrated experience analyzing complex datasets and translating findings into actionable recommendations.

• Experience with Army programming, budgeting, resource management, or training-resource processes.

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, and financial/resource modeling.

• Experience developing analytical reports, executive-level briefings, resource exhibits, and decision-support products.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance and/or government access.

• Experience with the Training Resource Model (TRM) or similar Army training/resource modeling systems.

• Experience with the Battalion Level Training Model (BLTM).

• Experience supporting HQDA POM, budget formulation, COB, or related Army programming and budgeting processes.

• Knowledge of Army OPTEMPO funding and distribution methodologies.

• Experience supporting Combat Training Center rotations, including NTC, JRTC, or JMRC.

• Experience supporting Army G-3/5/7, G-8, or comparable operations/resource management organizations.

• Experience conducting cost-factor, trend, sensitivity, and scenario analysis.

• Familiarity with OMA, OPA, OMNG, RPA, and other Army appropriations.

• Prior U.S. Army, Department of Defense, or defense-industry experience.

• Active DoD security clearance.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Analytical Expertise: Ability to interpret complex operational, financial, training, and resource data.

• Resource Management: Understanding of defense programming, budgeting, execution, and resource allocation.

• Modeling & Forecasting: Ability to develop and evaluate quantitative models, assumptions, trends, and forecasts.

• Army Knowledge: Familiarity with Army organizations, training management, OPTEMPO, and HQDA processes.

• Attention to Detail: Strong ability to validate data, identify discrepancies, and maintain analytical accuracy.

• Communication: Ability to present complex information clearly to technical personnel, government stakeholders, and senior leaders.

• Action Officer Skills: Ability to coordinate across organizations, track requirements, develop staff products, and drive issues to resolution.

• Problem Solving: Ability to evaluate resource challenges, analyze alternatives, and develop practical solutions.

• Organization: Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality products under established deadlines.

• Professionalism: Ability to work effectively with military, government civilian, and contractor personnel in a high-visibility environment.

The Senior Analyst will develop, maintain, and support products including:

• TRM workstation configurations and model validation products

• TRM version-change logs and variance reports

• HQDA model change requests and technical correction packages

• G-3/5/7 POM input packages

• COB justification narratives and resource exhibits

• Outyear funding forecasts and resource projections

• Cost-factor impact assessments

• Trend-analysis and executive briefing materials

• Resource risk and mitigation memoranda

• OPTEMPO distribution matrices

• Monthly and quarterly execution/burn-rate assessments

• Resource reallocation recommendations

• BLTM calibration and modeling documentation

• Unit training-event cost-factor updates

• CTC OPTEMPO validation packages

• Pre- and post-rotation resource reconciliation reports

This is a full-time remote contractor position supporting USAWHC requirements. The position requires regular coordination with military, government civilian, contractor, HQDA, and subordinate-unit personnel. The analyst must be capable of independently managing workload, maintaining secure communications and data-handling practices, and delivering high-quality products in accordance with established Army and contract requirements

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The employee is regularly required to sit and communicate verbally or by telephone. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects and equipment. The employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 10 pounds.

Specific visual requirements include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

TAPE is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and applicable laws.

EOE, including Disability/Veterans