Mid-Level Wargaming Analyst

Mid-Level Wargaming Analyst

Who We Are: ThinkTek LLC is a fast-growing Certified SBA 8(a) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) company. We specialize in providing management and technology consulting services to support the business and technology modernization efforts of the Federal Government. ThinkTek was formed with the specific purpose of providing its clients a tailored solution around Program & Project Management, Strategic Planning, Systems Engineering, and IT Operations.

Position Description: ThinkTek is seeking a highly motivated Mid-Level Wargaming Analyst to support functional and technical analysis to assist the program in evaluating, designing, integrating, and improving wargaming software solutions. This role leverages hands-on wargaming experience and structured analytical methodologies to assess the effectiveness, realism, and analytical value of simulation tools.

Key Responsibilities:

Wargaming Software Evaluation & Assessment

• Evaluate and assess wargaming software tools to determine their effectiveness in modeling military operations, strategic scenarios, and decision-making environments.
• Analyze software capabilities, limitations, and underlying assumptions in the context of operational realism, analytical rigor, and mission applicability.
• Identify gaps in modeling, data, or assumptions and propose enhancements to improve analytical validity and usability.
• Develop recommendations for the selection, improvement, or application of wargaming tools based on mission needs and analytical objectives.

Reporting & Communication

• Produce clear, concise reports and briefings summarizing findings, software evaluations, and actionable recommendations.

Required:

• Skills & Competencies:




• Demonstrated experience conducting formal research and analysis in one or more of the following areas:




• Military operations
• Intelligence analysis
• National or international security
• Comparable academic or industry research domains




• Proven ability to apply structured/traditional analytical methodologies.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Clearance:




• Minimum Active Secret Clearance




• Education & Experience:




• Education: Bachelor's degree (preferably in International Relations / International Affairs / Security Studies, Economics, History or Military History, Political Science, Economics, Operations Research / Systems Engineering, or any relevant STEM field).
• Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience.

Desired:

• Experience with DoD or Federal Government software programs.
• Knowledge of simulation environments or distributed simulation architectures.

ThinkTek LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. ThinkTek offers medical, dental, and vision insurance to all full-time employees; PTO and a variety of other paid leave options are also available. You can read more about ThinkTek benefits at https://www.thinktekllc.com/careers/.