Targets Advanced Test Analyst

OverviewAdvanced Target EngineerLOCATION: Huntsville, AL, Redstone ArsenalJOB STATUS: Full-timeCLEARANCE: SECRETTRAVEL: Up to 30%Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Engineer supporting the Missile Defense Agency’s Director of Test (DT) Target Test Directorate at the Von Braun Complex on the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. Astrion is at the forefront of new missile defense technologies and supports the MDA’s rigorous operational and developmental testing. This exciting, rewarding work helps guarantee the security of the United States and our Allies. Join a professional team of highly qualified engineers, analysts, scientists, and technicians supporting the development and delivery of threat relevant, cost-effective targets solutions for Missile Defense System testing. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLSMA/MS in a related field. A BA/BS with five years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for the MA/MS degree requirement10 years of recent relevant experienceEligibility to obtain and maintain at least a Secret security clearanceExperience working in a fast paced, professional environment with the ability to adjust/react to short notice requirements changes, deadlines, changing schedules, competing priorities, and unpredictable eventsHIGHLY DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS Ability to acquire a Class III FAA flight certificationIn depth knowledge of the Missile Defense System (MDS) capabilityIn depth knowledge of MDA test planning, processes and executionExperience in developing standardized plans, processes, and checklistsSelf-motivated; possess strong oral and written communication skills, and have ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environmentProficient with Windows-based PC software (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Teams)RESPONSIBILITIESThe Advanced Target Engineer will support the Final Integration Engineering Government Test Lead to ensure successful assembly, integration, and testing of MDA targets, specifically air-launched targets deployed from a C-17. The candidate will support air-launch target flight activities at Forward Staging Areas.Duties will include:Support all Target Design Reviews, Range Integration Working Group (RIWG), Mission Planning Meetings, Range Safety Working Groups, and other technical reviews per the MDS Flight Test CONOPWork with Air Force Base personnel to determine availability of sites and resources for respective Target Program office use during mission timelinesPotential to fly in an unpressurized environment on the C-17 as a backup flyer to Government personnel, to relay MDA mission critical information to/from C-17 and ground launch crew utilizing Roll-on Communications System (ROCS) via UHF and satellite paths during C-17 flight operations – would require Class III FAA flight certificationMaintain library of briefing and documents used to control access to flight line and access to C-17/Target system during integration and check-out activitiesSupport Integrated Master Test Plan process including peer and directorate level review of mission test designProvide Target Test Execution inputs for IMTP developmentCoordinate with Test Planning Team and Target Program Offices to determine best location for Forward Staging Areas based upon Target drop point and trajectory requirementsDevelop contract documentation such as Support Agreements, IAR/PD to support Forward Staging Area operation requirementsDevelop documentation of Forward Staging Area Infrastructure requirements needed to support Forward Staging Area operations