Senior Systems Analyst

nou Systems, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

nou Systems, Inc. is urgently looking for a Senior Systems Analyst to join their Ground Based Radar Maintenance and Sustainment Services team in Colorado Springs, CO. This position involves supporting radar systems, analyzing data, and collaborating with engineering teams on modernization projects.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and an active Secret clearance. The role requires daily presence in the office and offers competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years for mid-level or 18+ years for senior roles performing relevant work.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one is required.
• U.S. citizenship is necessary; must work daily in Colorado Springs.

Responsibilities

• Work with GMASS program and engineering teams to implement modernization efforts.
• Translate customer requirements into engineering specifications.
• Perform analysis on mission data and report on performance metrics.

Skills

System analysis

MATLAB software analysis

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

We are pleased to announce the immediate need for a Senior Systems Analyst to join our Ground Based Radar (GBR) Maintenance and Sustainment Services (GMASS) team in Colorado Springs, CO. The role will support 6 Ground Based Radars including 5 Upgraded Early Warning Radars (UEWR) and 1 Perimeter Acquisition Radar Attack Characterization (PARCS) radar, and their associated Integration laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Work with the GMASS program and systems engineering, test, software, and hardware engineering teams to develop and implement approved modernization efforts within specified performance, cost, and schedule objectives.
• Translate customer requirements into hardware and software or engineering specifications through functional analysis, trend analysis, timeline analysis, and detailed trade studies.
• Provide detailed information for selection, implementation techniques, and tools for efficient solutions, including present and future capacity requirements.
• Perform analysis on real and simulated mission data, collect, clean, and analyze mission data, and formulate concept of operations.
• Monitor and report on Missile Warning and Missile Defense performance metrics.
• Consult with government and site radar partners to identify key analyses and Key Performance Parameters (KPIs).
• Prepare regular and ad‑hoc test analysis reports for laboratory and radar site testing.
• Identify patterns, trends, and insights to improve radar performance.
• Design and develop radar algorithms in MATLAB Modeling and Simulation (M&S) environment.
• Participate in Scrum events including Sprint Planning, Backlog Grooming, and Sprint Closeout.
• Document algorithm designs in System Modeling Language (SysML).
• Design unit and integration tests to verify developed models or scenarios.
• Brief findings to government and program leadership.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Systems, Physics, or an Engineering degree preferred).
• Professional experience: 5+ years for mid‑level or 18+ years for senior positions performing relevant work.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to work daily in Colorado Springs, CO at various office locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience applying system analysis principles for research, hardware/software/systems design, testing, or operations.
• Ability to analyze user/mission needs and existing system capabilities and identify gaps.
• Innovative techniques to investigate solutions to system gaps, test needs, or problems.
• Knowledge of UEWR and PARCS radar systems and technologies supporting ground‑based space Missile Warning, Missile Defense, and Space Domain missions.
• Experience communicating at senior levels and meeting stakeholders to formulate, review, and execute technical plans and deliverables.
• Previous experience on SENSOR or SMORS contracts.
• Capability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to lead a task, project, or team with minimal guidance for more senior roles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of MATLAB software analysis and Object‑Oriented Programming.

Benefits

• Competitive wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account eligibility within medical plan
• Company‑funded Life, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability insurance
• Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Norton LifeLock
• Tuition reimbursement
• Personal development, technical learning opportunities, and lunch‑n‑lunches
• Corporate sponsored events & community outreach

Equal Opportunity Employer

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are based upon qualifications and capabilities. We are protected by law from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou.