IR PLUME Jr. System Engineer: HSV-2678
About The Position
deciBel Research is seeking a junior level System Engineer to develop high fidelity threat missile Infrared (IR) signature data packages for the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA's) Threat Modeling Center (TMC) at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs. This role involves gaining experience with threat model phenomenology, focusing on IR signatures, and conducting research into IR signature predictions and simulation models. The engineer will actively work with the team to ensure the completion of data production needs supporting MDA Ground Test Modeling and Simulation, and will coordinate with TSE engineers on software requirements for threat modeling tools. Understanding stakeholder requirements and ensuring the quality production of threat missile data are key aspects of this position.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM related discipline
- 2+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 0+ years experience with a Master's degree
- Experience with technical analysis of Modeling & Simulation (M&S) data sets
- Experience with Verification and Validation (V&V) of M&S data
- Candidate must be results-focused, work well within a dynamic environment, be self-motivated, be able to work in a team environment, and be able to produce reliable products and documentation within established deadlines
- Must already possess an active DoD Secret clearance
- Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Experience with scripting/automation languages such as Python, Bash, or MATLAB
- Excellent time management and great attention to detail are necessary
- Knowledge of the flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and performance of missiles
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Nice To Haves
- Strong math, physics, or engineering background is preferred
- Previous experience with analyzing flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and missile performance parameters of ballistic missiles is highly desirable
- Background in infrared signature modeling
- Technical Planning, project management, and project scheduling experience
- Experience with Blackbody IR Emissions
- Familiarity with Optical Signatures Code (OSC)
- Experience with Joint Army Navy NASA Air Force (JANNAF) plume codes for predictive signatures (SOCRATES-P, PERCORP, VIPER, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of the flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and performance of missiles
- Strong background in missile system engineering performance is highly desirable
- Experience in Agile software development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
- Familiarity and/or experience with Model-based Systems Engineering theory and tools
- Active or Interim DoD Secret Clearance with ability to obtain a Top Secret with access to SCI
Responsibilities
- Gain experience with threat model phenomenology with a focus on IR signatures
- Research into IR signature predictions and simulation models
- Actively work with the team to ensure completion of data production needs in support of MDA Ground Test Modeling and Simulation
- Work in close coordination with TSE engineers for software requirements of threat modeling tools
- Understand stakeholder requirements and ensure the quality production of threat missile data
Benefits
- excellent medical and dental insurance program
- 401(k) plan
- employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
- life insurance
- disability insurance
- paid time off
- holiday pay
- tuition and training reimbursement
- incentive compensation program (annual bonus)
- flexible/telecommuting working schedules
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
