Global THAAD Systems Lead Engineer

Mission Driven Research, Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Driven Research, Inc. is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to provide coordinated communications integration support for THAAD programs with international partners.

You will guide systems engineering, perform force design analyses, and collaborate across DoD organizations to resolve technical challenges. The ideal candidate has 12+ years in missile defense or similar complex DoD programs, a Secret clearance, and extensive THAAD/MILSATCOM familiarity.

Qualifications

• Active security clearance required (Secret).
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
• 12+ years of related professional experience in DoD missile defense or similar programs.
• Strong THAAD and MILSATCOM system understanding.
• Experience with DoD terrestrial/satellite comms and data link architectures.
• Ability to develop and present reports to senior management; strong written/verbal skills.
• Ability to lead or work independently in cross‑agency collaborations.
• Knowledge of MDA/THAAD program office activities and system engineering processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems engineering and interoperability guidance for the THAAD system with international partners.
• Assist Engineering Lead in managing technical aspects of force design work.
• Participate in international Tactical Data Link architecture efforts and data link conferences.
• Coordinate force design activities with multiple external agencies and stakeholders.
• Identify deficiencies in design reviews and propose corrective options.
• Document and communicate technical findings clearly to senior decision makers.
• Attend regular and ad hoc force design meetings and technical exchanges.

Skills

Active Secret clearance

THAAD knowledge

MILSATCOM

Senior systems engineering

Independent work / leadership

Technical report writing

Interagency collaboration

Presentation to senior leaders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

TDL J / Link 11 / Link 16

RMF / risk management

Microsoft Word / Excel / PowerPoint

Job description

Mission Driven Research, Inc. is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to provide coordinated communications integration support for THAAD programs with international partners.

You will guide systems engineering, perform force design analyses, and collaborate across DoD organizations to resolve technical challenges. The ideal candidate has 12+ years in missile defense or similar complex DoD programs, a Secret clearance, and extensive THAAD/MILSATCOM familiarity.