Lead Systems Engineer

4M Research, Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

4M Research, Inc. seeks a Lead Systems Engineer to coordinate communications integration for THAAD with international partners. The role involves leading technical efforts, design reviews, and interagency coordination to ensure mission success on THAAD programs.

The candidate will apply deep systems engineering expertise, present findings to senior leadership, and work with a team to deliver robust solutions in a demanding defense environment.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field; 10+ years of professional experience.
• Technical understanding and experience with THAAD.
• Experience with DoD MILSATCOM systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and/or lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems and interoperability engineering guidance for THAAD with international partners.
• Assist Engineering Lead in managing technical aspects of force design work.
• Participate in international data link architecture activities and conferences.
• Coordinate with external agencies and stakeholders on technical efforts.
• Identify deficiencies in design reviews and propose fixes.
• Document findings for senior management in clear, concise reports.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

4M Research, Inc. (4M) is a Woman owned small business established in 2007 and headquartered in Huntsville, AL. 4M specializes in Systems and Software Engineering and Analysis, Information Technology, Planning and Analysis, Health and Wellness Services and Field Support Services to a variety of customers including MDA, NASA, and AMCOM. Our continuous and rapid growth is attributable to the caliber of employees 4M strives to hire and retain.

4M Research is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to join our team! In this role you will provide coordinated communications integration support to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Chief Engineer and United Arab Emirates (UAE) THAAD Engineering Lead.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems and interoperability engineering, analysis, and technical guidance regarding the THAAD weapon system with international partners.
• Assist Engineering Lead with managing the technical aspects of all assigned force design work.
• Assisting with international Tactical Data Link Architecture, attending data link conferences.
• Collaborate and coordinate on force design technical efforts with multiple external agencies and stakeholders.
• Identify deficiencies and shortcomings in planned or ongoing design reviews and provide options for fixing them.
• Document and communicate interim and final technical findings and results in a clear manner that is understandable to senior-level decision makers.
• Actively participate in regular and ad hoc force design meetings and technical exchanges.

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical/scientific discipline specifically related to area of specialty and an Advanced degree may be preferred at this level, plus 10+ years of related professional experience.
• Technical understanding and experience with THAAD.
• Experience with DoD terrestrial and satellite communication systems (MILSATCOM).
• Develop and present reports and presentations to senior management-level personnel; exceptional written and verbal skills required.
• Works independently and/or leads teams to analyze and resolve problems.
• Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency, Ballistic Missile Defense System, and/or THAAD Program Office work efforts.
• Proficiency in system engineering and execution processes.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in STEM and 12+ years working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project.
• Tactical data links (TDL J, Link 11, Link 16) systems, encryption systems, precision timing systems (PNT), and DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Military experience with Air Defense Artillery, Theater High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) and Common Data Link Interface-Module (CDLI-M).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Work within a collaborative environment composed of Government, prime contractor, sub-contractor and supporting contractor personnel in a badge-less contractor environment.
• Self-starter with enthusiasm and capacity to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience within Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs.

Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required

4M Research, Inc. is an Affinity Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer and an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).