Principal Missile Defense Architecture Engineer/Analyst

Principal Missile Defense Architecture Analyst nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is a 100% ESOP company focused on missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, biotechnology, and space control markets. The role is located in Huntsville, Alabama and supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) mission. Responsibilities The Principal Missile Defense Architecture Analyst will provide technical support to the MDA on the TEAMS-Next SEA contract and work on advanced concepts such as directed energy, hypersonic missile defense, radiation hardened electronics, space-based sensors, and Israeli defense systems. The role supports the MDA Chief Architect and the Benchmark performance modeling tool. Duties include Maintain awareness of performance assessments of the Missile Defense System at the full system level and update records on any present or future capability gaps that will drive future development efforts. Contribute to architecture planning, requirements definition, and development activities at the enterprise level supporting strategic and regional architectures. Develop analysis scripts using MATLAB and/or Python to build new capabilities within the Benchmark M&S environment to support trade study analyses for future concepts. Basic Qualifications This position is open only to US citizens. You must have 12+ years working on missile defense‑related or other complex, large DoD program/project or industry equivalent. You must have a Master's degree at minimum from an accredited college or university. In lieu of a Master's degree, a Bachelor's degree and twenty+ years of full‑time relevant experience may be considered. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and critical thinking abilities. Must be capable of working independently and within teams to solve complex problems. You must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret clearance. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in a STEM field such as engineering, physics, or math. Experience producing analysis tools using MATLAB and/or Python or a similar scripting language. Familiarity with one or more elements of the Missile Defense System. Benefits of Working at nSI Competitive wages Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility Company‑funded Life, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Flexible Spending Accounts Norton LifeLock Tuition Reimbursement Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch‑n‑Learns Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr