LRDR Systems Analyst/Assistant LRDR Operations Manager

InDyne; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

InDyne is seeking a LRDR Systems Analyst at Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station, Colorado, to apply its expertise in radar performance analysis across operational and testing environments. You will interface with external agencies to assess system behavior and support ongoing operations.

The role requires clear written and verbal communication, experience with C2 systems or phased array radars, and a Missile Defense Radar Operator certification, with on-call support and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills to explain results of analysis to technical and non-technical personnel.
• Experience with command and control (c2) systems and/or phased array radars is desired.
• Sensor Manager Qualification Course (SMQC) is highly desired.
• Required to maintain a certification as a Missile Defense Radar Operator.

Responsibilities

• Interface with external agencies to assess radar performance, deficiencies, and anomalous behavior.
• Support the system via on call when outside of normal working hours.
• Analyze mission plan files, satellite catalogs, and satellite task lists for abnormal data.
• Analyze O&M logs for system or operator errors and review daily uncorrelated target rates.
• Review and maintain the one-year library of system logs and ensure proper archiving.
• Review calibration results and indicators to assess system performance using calibration metrics.
• Analyze outages or degradation indicators including false reports, EMI, and misses.
• Provide analyses to support site operations investigations and submit PRs/DRs/SCFs as needed.
• Develop ICE plans and reports for testing activities and coordinate with Det 4 and other personnel.

Skills

Communication skills

C2 systems experience

SMQC desired

Job description

Overview

InDyne is a full-service military, civilian and commercial operations company. Our Mission is to provide tailored cost effective, quality services and solutions. Our Vision is to exceed customer expectations by delivering results through agility, flexibility and responsiveness. Our Core Values include integrity, trust and loyalty.

Job Title: LRDR Systems Analyst

Contract: SSPARS

Location: Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station, Colorado

FLSA Status: Exempt

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess good written and verbal communication skills to include the ability to explain results of analysis to both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Experience with command and control (c2) systems and/or phased array radars is desired.
• Sensor Manager Qualification Course (SMQC) is highly desired

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION:

• Required to maintain a certification as a Missile Defense Radar Operator.

BASIC FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

• The LRDR Systems Analyst utilizes their experience, knowledge, and analytic tools to determine system performance in both the operational environment and the testing environment. The systems analyst supports the operations manager by performing the duties of an assistant manager.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The systems analyst will interface with a number of external agencies to assess radar performance, deficiencies, and anomalous behavior.
• Support the system via on call when outside of normal working hours.
• Analyze critical system files such as the mission plan file, satellite catalog, and satellite task list for abnormal data or overflow.
• Analyze computer/radar O&M logs for system or operator errors. Analyze daily uncorrelated target (UCT) rates to identify abnormal performance.
• Review the one-year library of computer system logs, ensuring the logs are properly archived and maintained.
• Review and analyze system calibration, operability assessment test results, ESPs and other indicators which give an indication of system performance utilizing the system calibration metrics on the Space C2 Agency website.
• Analyze occurrences of system outages or operational degradation such as the following:
  • False Launch and Impact Message or False Impacting Object Reports
  • Indications of radar system degradation
  • Uncommon computer halts or hangs
  • CAT 1 satellite misses;
  • EMI
  • Failure to track a real missile launch or significant portions of a real missile launch in coverage
  • Other abnormal data, performance, and occurrences that may lead to a system failure.
• Provide analyses to support site operations investigations to the Director of Operations (DO), Operations Support, or SOC-B CMDR/CCH.
• Provide Problem Reports (PRs) to support site operations investigations by the DO, Operations Support, CMDR/CCH, or Installation/Site Commander. Submit a Deficiency Report (DR) for unusual and unique anomalies, or outages.
• Generate an AF Form 1067 or Standard Change Form (SCF) prior to installing new software constants for the subarray test and element test installations.
• Generate an SCF for system or software modifications for corrective or preventive action as a result of analyses or any other proposed system/software modifications.
• Evaluate and provide written technical analysis on any system modification/upgrade proposal or recommendation.
• Maintain references to any associated PR, DR and SCF and supporting data.
• Draft ICE plans and ICE reports as requested and provide data, supporting documentation and recommendations for all testing activities.
• Interface with Space Training and Readiness Delta Detachment 4 (Det 4) and other military personnel, as well as other contractor personnel, to support testing activities. Activities shall include, but not be limited to:
  • Development
  • Test and Evaluation (DT&E)
  • Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E), and Installation
  • Checkout and Evaluation (ICE) testing
• Develop and maintain checklists to be used by site MDRO personnel.
• Performs other analysis duties as directed by management.

SUPERVISION:

• Works under the supervision of the Operations Manager
• Will act as a supervisor at times as the Assistant Manager

SECURITY CLEARANCE

• Currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase.
• Employment and start date are contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Exerts limited physical energy. May have to handle 20-30 pound loads on occasion.
• Working Conditions: Normal office environment. May work extended hours or weekends. May travel overnight or on weekends.

Pay Range

Starting from USD $110,000.00/Yr.