DTFP-A Basic Analyst

## DTFP-A Basic AnalystApplylocations: Customer Site, Huntsvilletime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR100496**Job Description:** Position will provide support to the MDA’s Test Directorate, Consolidated Flight Test Organization in support of the test planning and execution of the Space Based Interceptor program.Candidate will assist in development of pre-mission flight test design/scenarios and support flight test execution by:* Performing pre-mission target and interceptor trajectory generation and optimization* Performing pre-mission quantitative safety and risk analyses to ensure tests can be conducted safely in accordance with Range Commanders Council safety standards* Supporting Range Safety Working Group meeting and activities to include tracking action items, data delivery schedules, and analysis schedules* Assist with pre-mission telemetry link and radar assessments to ensure flight test architecture meets data collection requirements Assist senior team members in conducting COLA (collision avoidance) assessments for day of flight execution**Desired Skills:*** Experience with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) organization and Missile Defense System (MDS) designs, performance and testing* Experience with MATLAB, Python, Java, and/or other programming languages* Basic understanding of Orbital Mechanics and Physics**Highly Desired Skills:*** Knowledge of RF Engineering and Communication design and processing* Knowledge of Range Commander’s Council Standards**Education:** BA/BS in a field pertinent to the position being filled. 5 years relevant experience may be substituted for the BA/BS degree requirement**Experience:** No direct experience required**Clearance:** Minimum Secret clearance requiredCanvas was founded by Jami Peyton in 2007 to deliver real-world engineering and technology solutions that strengthen national defense. Since then, we’ve been guided by technical excellence, operational insight, and a shared commitment to the warfighter. Teamwork drives everything we do, enabling close collaboration across programs, customers, and colleagues to solve complex challenges. Our work supports key national security priorities like missile defense, test and evaluation, digital transformation, and warfighter readiness. As an award-winning company built on integrity, agility, and innovation, Canvas continues to grow and deliver mission-critical solutions that support the future of national defense. #J-18808-Ljbffr