Radar Requirements Analyst

AeroVironment, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with match

9/80 schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. in Huntsville, AL seeks a Radar Requirements Analyst to join our team.

You will collaborate with DoD and industry partners to manage requirements for ground sensor systems, capture specifications in DOORS and CAMEO, and ensure alignment with government standards and the lead engineer vision. The role requires advanced degrees and 8+ years of related experience or a STEM BA with extensive DoD program exposure, active clearance, and expertise in SysML, DOORS, and DXL scripting.

Qualifications

• Master of Science or Master of Arts degree and 8+ years of related professional experience or Bachelor’s Degree in STEM with equivalent experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher.
• Knowledge and application of Model Based System Engineering environments and SysML experience (CAMEO).
• Experience with DOORS and/or DXL/Macro scripting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multiple DoD, Industry, and 4th estate teams to manage requirements for ground sensor systems in development by MDA.
• Capture technical specifications for future development initiatives in DOORS and/or CAMEO as required by program engineers.
• Compare prime item development specifications to government specs, identify deficiencies, and coordinate resolution with stakeholders.
• Maintain databases and system models in accordance with MDA best practices as defined by the Systems Engineer and Transformation Task Force.
• Develop briefings, point papers, and trace reports for prime item development specification and system model deliveries.
• Coordinate support from supporting personnel, provide instructions to manage databases and models.
• Evolve current requirement management practices in response to changing information system capabilities.
• Provide direction to TRRs, TIMs, and Design Reviews (PDR, CDR, FDR).

Skills

Radar systems

SysML

DoD clearance

Model Based Systems Engineering

DXL scripting

Education

Master of Science or Master of Arts

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Tools

DOORS

CAMEO

Job description

Worker Type Regular Job Description

AV is looking for a highly talented Radar Requirements Analyst to join our team! In this role, the ideal candidate will possess experience writing in DXL for IBM Rational DOORS, familiarity with model-based-systems-engineering and associated systems like CAMEO, and familiarity with Radar systems for missile warning and missile defense.

Job Description

Collaborate with multiple DoD, Industry, and 4th estate teams to manage requirements for multiple ground sensor systems in development by the Missile Defense Agency. Capture technical specifications for future development initiatives in DOORS and/or CAMEO, as required by program engineers. Compare prime item development specifications to government specifications, identify deficiencies, and coordinate resolution with stakeholders. Maintain databases and system models in accordance with Missile Defense Agency best practices as defined by the Systems Engineer and Transformation Task Force. Support technical discussions and interchanges to vector development of requirements and ensure compliance with lead engineer vision and intent. Develop briefings, point papers, and trace reports for prime item development specification and relevant system model deliveries. Coordinate support from supporting personnel as needed, provide concise instructions and expectations to assist in managing databases and models. Evolve current requirement management practices in response to changing information system capabilities. Capture processes, standards, and techniques in checklists to enable support and cross-team function as needed. Provide technical direction to Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), Design Reviews (PDR, CDR, FDR).

Required Qualifications

Education/Experience: Master of Science or Master of Arts degree and 8+ years of related professional experience. Or, Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or related field, or equivalent work experience that meets guidelines established for job. Active DoD Secret clearance or higher. Knowledge and application of (or interest in) Model Based System Engineering environments and SysML experience (CAMEO). Experience with DOORS and/or DXL/Macro scripting.

Desired Qualifications

Education/Experience: Bachelor's Degree and 20+ years working on a missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project or radar system. Or, Master's degree and 12+ years working on a missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project or radar system. Experience with radar operation or radar acquisition. Knowledge of Electronic Warfare principles. Review of verification results of Prime Item Development Specifications. Works independently, applying engineering rigor to analyze and resolve problems within a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Ability to self-manage and initiate within a team structure. Ability to work across organizational boundaries. Ability to decompose complex problems to actionable elements. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Working knowledge of MDA Systems Engineering processes and procedures (MERG, ICWG, CSAG, etc.).

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A "U.S. person" according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

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We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty - and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR About AV

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology-we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you're ready to build technology that matters - with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV. Careers at AeroVironment