Senior Missile Defense System Architecture Analyst (MDA)

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMDR is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Systems Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to lead or participate in analysis of future Missile Defense System (MDS) architectures and concepts, and modeling and simulation (M&S) tool development to support architecture assessmentWhat You'll Be Doing:Assess missile defense system capability gaps, challenges, needs, and opportunities against current and future threats to develop potential architecture solutions that mitigate gaps and/or improve performanceAssist in the development of analysis plans, execute MDS simulation tools, post-process and assess analysis results, and prepare architecture analysis briefs/reportsSupport modeling & simulation (M&S) efforts related to the above to tailor tools to specific analysis plansWhat Required Skills You'll Bring:Active Secret clearanceAbility to obtain a TS/SCIMaster's Degree with 12+ years of experience in missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project or a Bachelor's Degree with 20+ years experienceSolid understanding of the current MDS architecture and future conceptsExperience in modeling, assessment, and evaluation of future missile defense architecturesStrong skill in interpreting results and presenting findings clearlyExcellent ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, as well as collaboration with others to achieve objectivesStrong time management skills and the ability to assess tasks based on their importance and urgencyWhat Desired Skills You'll Bring:Active TS/SCI ClearanceExperience with AFSIM or similar MDS simulation tools/frameworksBackground in IAMD/Cruise Missile Defense systemsBackground or experience with space systemsExperience with the definition and use of advanced concepts and algorithms for the M&S of MDS architecturesExperience supporting systems engineering-related architecture design activitiesPosition RequirementsClearance Required SecretPosition Level PrincipalFT/PT Full TimeYears Related Work Experience 20Education Level Required 4-yr Mission Driven Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are interested in applying for employment with Mission Driven Research and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, please contact us by email (View email address on click.appcast.io) or by phone by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. When contacting us, please provide your contact information and state the nature of your accessibility issue. Job Posted by ApplicantPro