Weapons Systems Analyst - Missile Defense Data & Testing

KBR, Inc.; Huntsville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Weapon System Analyst to provide technical support to the Army’s Integrated Air and Missile Defense mission.

You will evaluate system performance data from Live Firings, Ground Testing, Simulation Exercises, and Real-World Events to produce system assessments and actionable recommendations. This role demands strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, or related STEM field.
• 3–5 years of experience supporting Missile Defense System Analysis or related defense operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of the Weapons System including its requirements and operations.
• Define metrics and analyze data to assess system performance.
• Provide direct support to the Warfighter by responding to RFIs and analyzing Real-World data to provide recommendations for enhanced performance.
• Support test events (Live Firings, Ground Tests, Simulations) by defining requirements, executing tests, analyzing performance, and generating reports.
• Prepare and present briefings to USG, Warfighters, and leadership.
• Review and track software changes and system requirements.
• May participate in developing technical proposals for new or existing opportunities.

Skills

Fire Control analysis

MATLAB

C/C++

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or Systems Engineering

Job description

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Weapon System Analyst to provide technical support to the Army’s Integrated Air and Missile Defense mission.

You will evaluate system performance data from Live Firings, Ground Testing, Simulation Exercises, and Real-World Events to produce system assessments and actionable recommendations. This role demands strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent collaboration.