C3BM Principal Systems Engineer – Advanced Technologies (Job ID:4647)
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Summary
Principal systems engineer supporting the Missile Defense Agency's C3BM/C2BMC efforts in Huntsville, AL: planning space-system data exploitation for missile tracking and discrimination, integrating PWSA sensors, and evaluating infrared data exploitation capabilities. Requires a STEM Master's, 12+ years of missile defense experience, and an active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.
C3BM Principal Systems Engineer – Advanced Technologies
Contingent upon prime contractor approval
Purpose:
- Valkyrie Enterprises has need for a C3BM Principal Systems Engineer – Advanced Technologies in Huntsville, AL.
- In this role you will be part of the Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) systems engineering efforts to include engaging in Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) technical engineering and integration, future concepts, new functionality, and multi-national exchange designs.
Job Description:
- Responsible for conducting system engineering support in planning and executing space system data exploitation capabilities for missile tracking, discrimination, and cueing.
- Responsibilities include the following: Cruise Missile Indications and Warning development; Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) integration, Enterprise Sensors Lab (ESL) prototype evaluation, and fielding Enterprise Sensors Processing Node (ESPN) operational capabilities. Coordinate and actively participate in technical reviews at SECRET and TS levels.
- Evaluate performance of Infrared data exploitation capabilities during real world events and assist with assessing and integrating new infrared sensors into the MDA/DCC portfolio of capabilities.
- Prepare and present explanatory briefings for operators, developers and executive leaders and assist program manager in all acquisition actions to get contractors on contract, coordinate to obtain all required Government Furnished Equipment and Information, and assess overall contractor performance.
Qualifications:
- Must have a STEM Master’s degree with at least 12+ years of experience in missile defense-related or other complex.
- Must be proficient in system engineering and execution processes.
- Must have some experience with or knowledge of missile defense weapon systems, radars, C2BMC or BMDS OPIR Architecture (BOA).
- Must be capable of leading implementation of system engineering processes to facilitate integration and transition of emerging capabilities into operations.
- Must have solid understanding of the current MDS architecture and future concepts.
- Must have experience in modeling, assessment, and evaluation of future missile defense architectures.
- Must have strong skills in interpreting results and presenting findings clearly.
- Must have excellent ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, as well as collaboration with others to achieve objectives.
- Must have strong time management skills and the ability to assess tasks based on their importance and urgency.
Desired Qualifications:
- Active TS/SCI Clearance, preferred.
- Self-starter with enthusiasm and capacity to learn in a fast-paced environment, preferred.
- Current Top Secret/with SCI eligibility is preferred
- Ability to assess maturity of software code and overall Technology Readiness Levels, preferred.
Security Requirements:
- Must have an Active Secret clearance and the ability to maintain it. Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.
Travel Requirements:
- Minimal Travel; 10% or less
- If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found: )
Physical Requirements:
- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
- Able to sit and work on a computer for long periods of time
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
- Communicating with others to exchange information
- Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Any offer of employment with Valkyrie Enterprises is contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable pre-employment requirements. Depending on the position, these may include a criminal background investigation, employment and education verification, pre-employment drug screening, driving record review, security clearance eligibility, government installation access, and any other customer or contract-specific requirements. Failure to successfully meet any required pre-employment condition may result in the withdrawal of the contingent offer of employment.
Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie’s commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.
Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to eligible employees to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).