Lead Systems Engineer (MDA) in Huntsville

Energy Jobline ZR; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Driven Research in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Lead Systems Engineer to coordinate interoperability for THAAD with international partners. You will guide systems engineering, analysis, and technical guidance under the THAAD Chief Engineer and Engineering Lead.

The role requires 12+ years in missile defense or DoD programs, active Secret clearance, and strong communication skills to present to senior management. You will work with government and contractor teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of professional experience in systems engineering or missile-defense programs.
• Technical understanding of THAAD and MILSATCOM systems.
• Experience with DoD terrestrial and satellite communication systems (MILSATCOM).
• Strong written and verbal communication for senior management.
• Ability to lead teams and work independently.
• Familiarity with MDA, BMD, THAAD program office activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems and interoperability engineering, analysis, and guidance for THAAD with international partners.
• Assist Engineering Lead with managing the technical aspects of all assigned force design work.
• Assist with international Tactical Data Link Architecture and data link conferences.
• Coordinate force design efforts with external agencies and stakeholders.
• Identify deficiencies in design reviews and propose fixes.
• Document and communicate interim and final technical findings for senior decision makers.
• Participate in regular and ad hoc force design meetings and technical exchanges.

Skills

Active Secret clearance

DoD MILSATCOM experience

Leadership experience

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

SE execution processes

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

MDR is looking for an amazingly talented 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.

What You'll Be Doing:

• 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

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• 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 at this level
• 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

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• 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

Position Requirements

• Clearance Required
  • Secret
• Position Level
  • Principal
• FT/PT
  • Full Time
• Years Related Work Experience
  • 12
• Education Level Required
  • Master's

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