Missile Defense Systems Analyst

Job Description

Description

The Counter-Countermeasure and Threat Discrimination Directorate (MDA/SEM) is seeking a Missile Defense Systems Analyst to provide MDA expertise in the development of new capabilities to identify lethal objects, develop and formulate options for improving the Missile Defense System's (MDS) Discrimination and Electronic Protection capabilities, and maintain an understanding of MDA Element Program efforts for Discrimination and Electronic Protection. This position is in Huntsville, AL.

Job Description:

• Provide Detailed, systems engineering analysis, management, and technical support services and products

• Develop and review technical performance assessment, identify capability gaps, technology needs, cost effectiveness, risk considerations, and execute requirements assessments

• Review and edit engineering documentation, concept of operations (CONOPS), and integrated schedules

• Develop technical recommendations, assessments and reports based on information gathered from meetings, design reviews, intelligence reports, and engineering/technical reviews

Qualifications

Required Education: 

• Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience; PhD and 0 years related experience

Required Skills:

• 7 years of experience required
• Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency, Ballistic Missile Defense System, and/or C3BM Program Office work efforts
• Familiarity with MDA/Government engineering processes/databases
• Ability to work independently within a dynamic environment

Desired Skills:

• Possess knowledge of Missile Defense, RADAR, Electronic Protection/Electronic Attack engineering fundamentals, Electro Optics and Infrared sensors

• Experience in requirements definition, engineering development (spiral/Agile), and test/demonstration operations

• Familiarity of Systems Engineering practices and processes

• Experience working with Missile Defense Agency (MDA)

• Degree in a STEM-related field

Clearance:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI Clearance.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion, which is core to our values and important to attract and retain exceptional talent. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.9 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.