Senior Signature / Data Analyst
Summary
Principal-level analyst supporting the MDA Targets & Countermeasures program on-site at Redstone Arsenal: develops solid-fuel debris models and produces pre-/post-flight trajectory and signature data products (BET, quick-look briefs) within 24-hour timelines. Requires a Bachelor's + 20 yrs (or MS + 12 yrs), DoD Interim Secret clearance, and U.S. citizenship.
Support the Targets & Countermeasures program with solid-fuel debris model development and validation, plus pre-/post-flight trajectory and signature/data analysis. On-site at Redstone Arsenal (Huntsville, AL); active Interim Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship required.
Requisition #: TLS-26-006 | Clearance: Active DoD Interim Secret (US citizenship required) | Level: Principal | Experience: 20+ years | Education: Bachelor's (4-yr) | Work site: Redstone Arsenal – Huntsville, AL (on-site)
What you'll do:
• Support the development, integration, analysis, and documentation of target analysis products for pre-mission and post-mission activities for all MDA Flight Tests
• Plan test activities and provide recommendations for team assignments to support mission activities
• Contribute to development of Target Vehicle notional trajectories, flight scenarios, and debris scenes
• Deploy for test missions and develop data analysis products such as Target Best Estimated Trajectory (BET), Target Quick-look Brief, and Target Launch Time within required 24-hour (quick-look) timeframe, ensuring accuracy of data products
• Participate in target development and test planning activities such as Target System Readiness Reviews, Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design Reviews, Target and Test Readiness Reviews, providing analysis and recommendations
• Prepare technical reports and/or briefings on various technical aspects of Flight Test Targets
Required qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree with 20+ years of experience, or Master's Degree with 12+ years experience
• Interim Security clearance
• Experience in a minimum of 2 of the following areas: trajectory/kinematic simulation, EO/IR sensor exploitation, RF sensor exploitation, geodesy
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well alone and with a team
Preferred qualifications:
• B.S. in Engineering or Physics highly desired
• M.S. in Engineering or Physics
• Active Security Clearance desired
• Experience working independently and/or leading sub-teams to analyze and resolve problems
• Skilled in use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Skilled in use of MATLAB and TAOS software
• Familiar with STK software
• Experience with missiles, targets, missile defense systems or hypersonic weapons