Senior Missile Defense Architect & Modeling Lead (TS/SCI)

4M Research, Inc; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

4M Research, Inc. is seeking a Senior Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer to lead analysis of future MDS architectures and develop M&S tools to support architecture assessment. This role offers exposure to high-stakes DoD programs and a chance to shape missile defense concepts.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's with 7+ years in missile defense, clearance TS/SCI, and strong communication skills to present findings and collaborate across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 7+ years in missile defense or DoD.
• Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Solid understanding of current and future MDS concepts.
• Experience in modeling, assessment, and evaluation of future missile defense architectures.
• Strong interpretation and clear presentation of results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; collaboration across teams.
• Strong time management and prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Assess missile defense system capability gaps and develop architecture solutions.
• Develop analysis plans, execute simulation tools, post-process results, and prepare briefs.
• Support M&S efforts tailored to analysis plans.

Skills

Missile defense

Modeling & simulation

Technical writing

Time management

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Strong writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AFSIM

Job description

4M Research, Inc. is seeking a Senior Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer to lead analysis of future MDS architectures and develop M&S tools to support architecture assessment. This role offers exposure to high-stakes DoD programs and a chance to shape missile defense concepts.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's with 7+ years in missile defense, clearance TS/SCI, and strong communication skills to present findings and collaborate across teams.