MDA Principal Lead Systems Engineer

Gov Solutions Group; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (Paid Time Off)

401(k) match

Development opportunities

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Gov Solutions Group is seeking a MDA Principal Lead Systems Engineer in Huntsville, AL to provide systems and interoperability engineering for THAAD with international partners. The role requires leading technical efforts, coordinating with government and contractors, and presenting to senior leadership.

The candidate should have a strong background in THAAD, MILSATCOM, and force design processes, with extensive experience in DoD programs and missile defense.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent in related discipline.
• Master's degree in STEM and 12+ years in missile defense or large DoD program preferred.
• Advanced degree may be preferred at this level.
• Proficiency with THAAD, DoD MILSATCOM, and related defense systems.
• Strong written and verbal presentation skills for senior management.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating with government, prime contractors, and contractors.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Independent worker

Leadership

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in STEM

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Position:MDA Principal Lead Systems Engineer

Location: Huntsville, AL

Job Id:1703-855

# of Openings:1

GovSG is looking for a proven Principal THAAD 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.

This is an on-site position in Huntsville, AL.

Position Duties:

• 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
  
• Other duties as assigned

Position Required:

• 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
• 12+ 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
• 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
  

Salary:

$145,000-$165,000. Actual compensation offered to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level.

Why You’ll Want to Work at GovSG:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including PTO and company matched 401k
• Development opportunities through comprehensive training suite
• Ability to make an impact supporting the warfighter
• Opportunities to engage with the community through volunteering

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

GovSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know your Rights: If you would like more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov/poster.

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