Aircraft MXS Research/Data Analyst, Senior WPAFB

Diaconia is looking for a talented Research Data Analyst, Senior to join our Amazing team!

If you're looking to join a company that truly appreciates you and your talents, look no further! At Diaconia, we are committed to serving and caring for our colleagues, our clients and our community. Our team is made up of talented individuals who appreciate having the opportunity to contribute their knowledge and experience to further the growth and development of our industry. Our ideal candidates embrace diverse thinking, enjoy partnering with others and are seeking to make a difference!

Job Overview:

Primary Responsibilities

Data Collection & Analysis

• Collect, aggregate, and interpret data from USAF maintenance and logistics systems.
• Perform trend assessments and identify performance indicators, deviations, and improvement opportunities.
• Translate analytical findings into visual outputs including charts, graphs, dashboards, and spreadsheet reports.

Data Integrity & Quality Assurance

• Validate data sets within G081, Program Depot Maintenance Scheduling System (PDMSS), and Logistics Evaluation Assurance Program (LEAP).
• Ensure data accuracy, traceability, standardization, and relevance for decision-support applications.
• Identify inconsistent or incomplete data entries and work with stakeholders to correct deficiencies.

Modeling, Forecasting, & Simulation

• Independently design, build, and execute scientific models to evaluate and predict aircraft and logistics performance parameters.
• Utilize quantitative and computational tools such as JMP, MATLAB, Simio, Python, and VBA to simulate operational outcomes.
• Apply analytical methodologies to solve complex sustainment problems and develop alternative solutions.

Research, Innovation, & Study Participation

• Serve as a member of analytical study teams supporting USAF logistics, maintenance, and operational improvement efforts.
• Generate new concepts, tools, and methodologies to strengthen aircraft health monitoring and forecasting capabilities.
• Manage project scope, timelines, deliverables, and budget constraints to ensure successful study execution.

Visualization & Results Communication

• Build data dashboards, performance graphics, and visualization models using Tableau or similar tools.
• Present analytic outcomes to program leadership, engineering teams, and cross-organizational audiences.
• Develop written reports, white papers, briefings, and data packages supporting program decisions.

Customer & Interagency Collaboration

• Coordinate with USAF units, program offices, depot organizations, and enterprise users to enhance data quality and analytic output.
• Communicate complex technical findings in a clear, actionable manner for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Maintain strong professional relationships and support negotiation, problem-resolution, and consensus building.
• Must have USAF experience or relevant Department of Defense experience with the Aircraft.
• Prior Aircraft Crew Chief experience a plus.

Additional Information:

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with USAF logistics, maintenance, or program support systems.
• Proficiency in quantitative analysis, modeling, and data validation.
• Ability to develop analytics tools/programs using JMP, MATLAB, Simio, Python, or VBA.
• Experience designing and delivering data visualizations—Tableau preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Experience

• Background in aircraft sustainment, depot maintenance, or reliability/maintainability analysis.
• Experience with operational readiness metrics and performance forecasting.
• Knowledge of Air Force data environments, workflow structure, and stakeholder relationships.
• USAF Aircraft Crew Chief experience.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Active Secret DOD Clearance required at hire date will upgrade right candidate to Top Secret DOD Security Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required for U.S. Government entity.
• AND One of the following combinations of education/experience:
  • MA/MS degree, and twelve (12) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) years of which must be in the DoD.
  • BA/BS, fifteen (15) years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five (5) of which must be in the DoD.