Systems Engineer

deciBel Research, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Systems Engineer in Huntsville, AL, to join an Agile Scrum team focused on algorithm development for defense systems. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in physics and mathematics-based algorithm analysis, as well as proficiency in MATLAB and Python. An active secret clearance is required, and the role entails developing critical solutions for the Ballistic Missile Defense System. Collaboration and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience, not exceeding 12 years.
• Ability to communicate technical information to mixed audiences.
• Proficient with tools for algorithm prototyping.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze algorithms for military systems.
• Collaborate with team members on complex mathematical solutions.
• Implement and assess new capabilities and algorithms.

Skills

Data analysis

Performance analysis

Physics/mathematics-based algorithm development

Technical problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline

Tools

MATLAB

Python

ADA programming language

Job description

deciBel Research has an immediate opening for a Systems Engineer in Huntsville, AL.

Position Description

As a member of an Agile Scrum team performing Algorithm development and Analysis for the GMD Weapon System (GWS) Fire Control (GFC) product, you will be part of the team that develops new algorithms, improves old algorithms, and assesses the effectiveness and performance of them in the context of the GFC software.

The selected Systems Engineer will work in a collaborative environment to understand, implement, and assess new capabilities and algorithms. These are mathematics and physics based complex solutions that are critical to the performance of Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) mission.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline

Experience Requirements

• 2+ Years of relevant experience with Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline; Not to exceed 12 years
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: data analysis, performance analysis, and physics/Mathematics-based algorithm development
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical personnel
• High proficiency in technical problem solving
• Knowledge of MATLAB, Python or similar engineering tools used in prototyping complex algorithms
• Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills
• Proven track record of successfully integrating problem solutions into a larger system
• Extensive background in at least one of the following: Ballistic Missile Defense, midcourse missile defense, battle management, threat processing, weapon target assignment, target object map population
• Capable of performing assigned tasks with very little or no direction
• Well-developed skills in critical thinking and paying attention to detail
• Extensive background in mathematics and physics
• Must be able to support an in-person / closed-area work environment
• Extensive background in Ballistic Missile Defense, midcourse missile defense, battle management, threat state processing, weapon target assignment
• Recent and extensive experience developing analysis tools in MATLAB and PYTHON
• High comfort level with the ADA programming language
• Experience with the MDA GMD program
• Experience with algorithm development

Applicant selected must have an Active Secret Clearance (with the ability to acquire and maintain a TS level clearance). Must be a U.S. Citizen.