Senior Missile Defense System Architecture Analyst
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4M Research is seeking a Senior Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer to lead or participate in analysis of future Missile Defense System architectures and concepts, and modeling and simulation tool development for architecture assessment. The role assesses capability gaps and develops potential architecture solutions, supports analysis planning and execution, and prepares briefs and reports. U.S. citizenship is required; candidates need an active security clearance and the ability to obtain TS/SCI.
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4M Research, Inc. (4M) is a Woman owned small business established in 2007 and headquartered in Huntsville, AL. 4M specializes in Systems and Software Engineering and Analysis, Information Technology, Planning and Analysis, Health and Wellness Services and Field Support Services to a variety of customers including MDA, NASA, and AMCOM. Our continuous and rapid growth is attributable to the caliber of employees 4M strives to hire and retain. 4M Research is seeking a Senior Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer 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 (MandS) tool development to support architecture assessment. Responsibilities: - 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 siomulation tools, post-process and assess analysis results , and prepare architecture analysis briefs/reports. - Support MandS efforts related to the above to tailor pools to specific analysis plans. Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of experience in missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project. - Active Security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI. - 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. Desired Qualifications: - Active TS/SCI Clearance - Experience with AFSIM or similar MDS simulations tools/frameworks - Background in IAMD/Cruise Missile Defense Systems. - Background or experience with space systems. Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required Qualified candidates should apply online at www.4mresearch.com. 4M Research, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer and an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website. https://4mresearch.applicantpool.com/jobs/1336834-343123.html
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- Virginia median$120–184K/yr832 salary ranges
- US median$56–70/hr446 hourly ranges
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