Aerospace Data Analytics Engineer

Peraton; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Data and Analytics Engineer for the PMO ASE in Huntsville, AL. This on-site role supports development, testing, and fielding of advanced survivability systems protecting Army aviators.

You will perform data analysis and modeling, apply physics concepts to sensor assessments, evaluate algorithms, create dashboards, and collaborate with engineers, flight crews, and industry partners.

Qualifications

• Education: 2 years with BS/BA degree
• Clearance: US Citizenship required with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance
• Experience with data analysis and scientific computing tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, R, or similar) to process large datasets, perform statistical modeling, and generate data visualizations.
• Must be local to the Huntsville, AL area to be considered

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis & Modeling: Perform rigorous statistical data analysis on complex datasets derived from lab, flight, and field testing of ASE systems (e.g., missile warning systems, laser detection systems, and infrared countermeasures).
• Physics & Optics Application: Apply principles of physics and optics to evaluate the performance of EO/IR sensors, laser warning receivers, and directed energy countermeasures against simulated and live threats.
• Test & Evaluation Support: Travel to support developmental and operational testing. Ensure data collection methodologies are sound and that data pipelines from test events are established and maintained.
• Algorithm Evaluation: Analyze and validate threat detection algorithms, tracking software, and countermeasure dispensing logic using historical and newly collected test data.
• Reporting & Visualization: Develop data visualization dashboards and comprehensive technical reports to communicate system performance, anomalies, and risk assessments to PM ASE leadership and stakeholders.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with systems engineers, flight test crews, software developers, and industry partners to translate data insights into actionable system improvements.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical modeling

Data visualization

Physics concepts

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS/BA degree

Tools

MATLAB

Python

R

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Data and Analytics Engineer for the PMO ASE in Huntsville, AL. This on-site role supports development, testing, and fielding of advanced survivability systems protecting Army aviators.

You will perform data analysis and modeling, apply physics concepts to sensor assessments, evaluate algorithms, create dashboards, and collaborate with engineers, flight crews, and industry partners.