PRIMARY PURPOSE

The location of this position is hybrid to include time onsite at the FAA's Command Center in Warrenton, VA as well as remote work. We have full-time and part-time positions available.

CNA is currently seeking Associate Research Analysts - Aviation Operational Data Analyst for our in our Institute for Public Research. DivisionCandidates will join a strong team providing real time data analysis to support aviation operations at the FAA's Air Traffic Control System Command Center.

Candidates will support government clients to enable data driven operations of our national airspace system. The Aviation Operational Data Analyst will be a key team member providing on demand operational data analyses to support air traffic decision making as well as working on longer term air traffic data analyses. The candidate will contribute to an innovative, operational, data-driven, and customer focused team energized by making an impact in support of the public good. The candidate should have the ability to adopt a flexible schedule to support real-time on-site shift-based operations in a fast-paced environment.

CNA fosters an inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Our flexible and engaging work environment encourages iterative and creative collaboration at every stage of the problem solving process. Our employees are committed to helping clients develop effective solutions to better manage their programs through scientific, data-driven approaches. We are looking for creative and innovative individuals to help carry out our mission.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR DUTIES

1. Under close supervision, conducts research and analysis that meets CNA's quality standards on focused, structured questions. Can effectively apply standard, routine, and well-established analytic methodologies. With minimal direction and supervision, routinely produces analysis that is logical and traceable as well as objective and unbiased. Shows some analytic creativity.

2. Develops rudimentary institutional knowledge of primary clients/sponsors; their culture, organization, and issues.

3. Contributes productively and harmoniously to the work of others; treats everyone respectfully, professionally and fairly. Keeps others informed. Actively engages with colleagues and works with manager to identify opportunities for collaborations within team and division. Seeks out others working on similar topics.

4. Supports business development efforts and/or marketing activities by conducting background research and helping prepare materials under the direction of more experienced staff.

5. Limited interaction with sponsors/clients and their study POCs under the supervision of an experienced colleague.

6. Impact largely confined to individual project work.

7. Demonstrates basic, effective communication skills, both written and oral. Can effectively present work to colleagues and CNA managers

8. Works under close supervision on focused, well-structured pieces of projects.

9. Exhibits a positive attitude in interactions with colleagues and clients/sponsors. Serves as an effective member of project or research team by supporting leadership as needed.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Education: Minimum Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

2. Experience: Typical minimum requirements Master's & 0+ years of experience in research and analysis.

• Data collection, metrics creation and associated analyses;
• Querying databases using sql;
• Classifying and summarizing data for the preparation and submission of reports;
• Clearly documenting and reviewing standard operating procedures, policies, event reports, best practices, and lessons learned;
• Effectively communicating technical and non-technical data to various audiences.

3. Skills:

• Ability to construct effective briefings using MS PowerPoint and intermediate to advanced skills with MS Word and Excel and other standard software packages
• Ability to analyze, interpret, summarize, and present data effectively
• Skilling in programming (R or Python), statistics, SQL, data visualization and other data analysis fundamentals
• Exhibit a positive attitude in interactions with colleagues, clients/sponsors, and staff. Strong customer and client relations management skills
• Ability to work with and provide direction to others
• Ability to plan and organize tasks effectively, both as an individual contributor and as a team member
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Strong critical thinking and organizational skills
• Basic knowledge of research techniques

4. Desired qualifications:

• Energized candidate interested in supporting data driven decision making in support of the public good. Ability to identify innovative approaches to provide data to support a real-time operational environment. Ability to flex schedule to support real-time on-site shift-based operations in fast-paced environment.
• Aviation experience is preferred. Basic understanding of FAA traffic management initiatives and ability to interpret flight data is a plus, but not required. Interest in supporting the mission of an efficient and safe air traffic system is highly desired.

5. Other: Ability to obtain and maintain an Active Secret Security Clearance.

***Voluntary (but highly desired) document***
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