Operations Research Analysts salary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Salary distribution

Where Pittsburgh operations research analysts fall on the wage curve.

Typical entry

• Education

  Bachelor's degree

• Experience

  None

• On-the-job training

  None

Top skills (O*NET)

• Mathematical Reasoning

  Ability

  4.8 / 5

• Mathematics

  Knowledge

  4.7 / 5

• Mathematics

  Basic skill

  4.5 / 5

• Number Facility

  Ability

  4.3 / 5

• Written Comprehension

  Ability

  4.3 / 5

• Inductive Reasoning

  Ability

  4.3 / 5

• Oral Expression

  Ability

  4.1 / 5

• Deductive Reasoning

  Ability

  4.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

1. 01

   Formulate mathematical or simulation models of problems, relating constants and variables, restrictions, alternatives, conflicting objectives, and their numerical parameters.

2. 02

   Perform validation and testing of models to ensure adequacy, and reformulate models, as necessary.

3. 03

   Collaborate with senior managers and decision makers to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify management objectives.

4. 04

   Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.

5. 05

   Collaborate with others in the organization to ensure successful implementation of chosen problem solutions.

6. 06

   Analyze information obtained from management to conceptualize and define operational problems.

7. 07

   Study and analyze information about alternative courses of action to determine which plan will offer the best outcomes.

8. 08

   Prepare management reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions.

Other metros in Pennsylvania

How the Pittsburgh metro compares to other major Pennsylvania metro areas for operations research analysts.

• Philadelphia$98,540