Trajectory Engineer II

Parsons; Huntsville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

ESOP

401(k)

Flexible work schedules

Holidays

Job summary

Parsons seeks a Trajectory Engineer to support MDA Targets and Countermeasures. You will validate pre-mission trajectories, analyze flight-test data, and provide onsite support during events.

Requirements include an active DoD Secret clearance, a bachelor’s in engineering, and 2+ years of related experience. Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, Java, C#, and MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret security clearance and US citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical field.
• 2+ years of professional experience in trajectory/engineering or similar.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, Java, C#, and MS Office.
• Strong written and oral communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support MDA Targets and Countermeasures engineering for trajectory validation.
• Develop trajectory data, perform 6DOF analysis, and report results.
• Assist in requirements, modeling, and test analysis for flight events.
• Collaborate across teams on data products and tooling.
• Engage in data management, schema development, and testing.
• Apply missile physics and kinematic knowledge to engineering tasks.

Skills

2+ years of experience

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Java

C#

Microsoft Office

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a skilled Trajectory Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Targets and Countermeasures Engineering Directorates. In this role, you will provide critical engineering expertise to the team responsible for performing pre-mission trajectory validation and performance analysis for the flight test events along with onsite expertise during flight events.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Targets and Countermeasures (TC) program office with development of ballistic missile target vehicles
• Support the TC System Engineering team in all aspects of target design, analysis, and test to include requirements development and assessment, modeling and simulation, test analysis and reporting
• Technical focus areas include modeling and simulation, trajectory development and analysis, coordinate system transformations, and vehicle performance assessments
• Generate and analyze target vehicle 6DOF trajectory data
• Support mission planning, analysis, and reporting activities
• Collaborate with a dynamic team of experts in multiple technical areas to develop analysis and engineering tools
• Engage in database requirements definition, schema development, interface development, testing, data management, and documentation
• Utilize knowledge, skills and experience with missile characteristics (physical, kinematics, signatures) and engineering to support engineering activities and data product development

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Active DoD Secret security clearance, which requires US Citizenship
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical/scientific discipline degree related to area of specialty
• NOTE: Newly-hired Master's degree graduates are typically hired into this level.
• 2+ years of related professional experience
• Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, Java, C#, and other programming languages
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 3+ years of relevant experience
• Familiarity with MDA and/or DoD programs and processes
• Experience with trajectory development tools (e.g., TAOS, POST)
• Experience in any or all of the following disciplines: Design, CAD, Trajectory, Radar Cross Section (RCS) Signatures, Optical Signatures
• Strong attention to detail and ability to efficiently perform multiple tasks
• Ability to communicate detailed technical information to technical and non-technical personnel

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The 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: $74,800.00 - $130,900.00

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.