Samuel Billingham is a Principal Operations Research Analyst with over 15 years of experience applying data-driven methods to solve complex defense and aerospace problems, currently leading analytical efforts at MITRE in Colorado Springs. He specializes in experimental design, operational test & evaluation, and transforming messy, large datasets into actionable decisions that support strategic weapons and training acquisitions. Samuel has repeatedly led cross-functional teams under tight deadlines—designing data collection systems, standing up analytics labs, and briefing senior government stakeholders—while maintaining strong client relationships. His background blends advanced academic training (M.S. in Operations Research) with hands-on systems development (VBA/Access automation) and practical innovation like adapting reliability engineering concepts to readiness assessment. Colleagues rely on him to turn technical rigor into clear, operational recommendations that drive mission outcomes.
8 years of coding experience
ORSA MAC I & II, ORSA MAC I & II at U.S. Army Logistics Management College
M.S., Operations Research, M.S., Operations Research at University of Alabama in Huntsville
B.S., Mathematics, B.S., Mathematics at University of North Alabama
Contributions:15 PRs, 11 pushes, 8 branches in 3 months
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Samuel Billingham - Principal Operations Research Analyst