Senior Missile Defense System Architecture Analyst

Parsons; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

401(k) plan

ESOP

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Life insurance

Holidays

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Senior Missile Defense System Architecture Analyst to lead or participate in the analysis of future Missile Defense System architectures and concepts. You will work with modeling and simulation tools to support architecture assessment and deliver briefs.

You will assess capability gaps, develop analysis plans, and tailor MDS tools to specific analysis plans, collaborating with a team to produce actionable insights for defense missions.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM or related field, or equivalent work experience with 8+ years in related roles.
• Master’s Degree or equivalent may be preferred at this level.

Responsibilities

• Lead or participate in analysis of future Missile Defense System architectures and concepts.
• Develop analysis plans and execute MDS simulation tools; post-process results.
• Support modeling & simulation efforts to tailor tools to analysis plans.

Skills

Secret clearance

TS/SCI eligibility

MDS architecture

Modeling & simulation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AFSIM

MDS simulation frameworks

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Missile Defense System Architecture Analyst to join our team! In this role you will get to lead or participate in analysis of future Missile Defense System (MDS) architectures and concepts, and modeling and simulation (M&S) tool development to support architecture assessment.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assess missile defense system capability gaps, challenges, needs, and opportunities against current and future threats to develop potential architecture solutions that mitigate gaps and/or improve performance
• Assist in the development of analysis plans, execute MDS simulation tools, post-process and assess analysis results, and prepare architecture analysis briefs/reports
• Support modeling & simulation (M&S) efforts related to the above to tailor tools to specific analysis plans

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Active Secret clearance and ability to obtain a TS/SCI
• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or related field, or equivalent work experience that meets guidelines established for job and 8+ years of related professional experience Master's Degree or equivalent, may be preferred at this level
• Solid understanding of the current MDS architecture and future concepts
• Experience in modeling, assessment, and evaluation of future missile defense architectures
• Strong skill in interpreting results and presenting findings clearly
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, as well as collaboration with others to achieve objectives
• Strong time management skills and the ability to assess tasks based on their importance and urgency

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Master's Degree with 12+ years of experience in missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project or a Bachelor's Degree with 20+ years experience
• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Experience with AFSIM or similar MDS simulation tools/frameworks
• Background in IAMD/Cruise Missile Defense systems
• Background or experience with space systems
• Experience with the definition and use of advanced concepts and algorithms for the M&S of MDS architectures
• Experience supporting systems engineering-related architecture design activities

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range:

$112,200.00 - $196,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.