IRHB Jr System Engineer: HSV-2680

deciBel Research, Inc.•Colorado Springs, CO

63d•$75,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

deciBel Research is seeking a junior level System Engineer to develop infrared (IR) hardbody missile threat models 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, IR signatures, predictions, and simulation models. The engineer will contribute to data production for MDA Ground Test Modeling and Simulation, collaborate with Software Engineers on tools for ITP production, and work with stakeholders on developing and updating IRHB models for missile systems. A key aspect of the role is understanding stakeholder requirements and ensuring a vigilant Verification and Validation (V&V) process. The engineer will also focus on automation and tool improvement to enhance efficiency and meet leadership objectives, working within a defined schedule to support MDA Ground Test Modeling and Simulation events.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM related field
2+ years with Bachelor's degree; 0+ years with Master's degree
Experience with technical analysis of modeling and simulation of data sets
Familiarity with the flight characteristics, motion, and performance of missile systems
Familiarity with hard body heating of objects and their corresponding signature representation
Experience with Verification and Validation (V&V) of modeling and simulation (M&S) of signatures data
Experience with scripting/automation languages, such as Python, Bash, or MATLAB
Must have a good understanding of modeling and simulation methods and processes
Must be familiar with infrared signature concepts and physics behind hard body heating and how they affect infrared intensities
Must be result-focused, work well within a dynamic team environment, be self-motivated, and be able to produce reliable products and documentation within established deadlines
Applicant selected must have an active Secret security clearance.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Nice To Haves

Strong math, physics, and/or engineering background is preferred
Previous experience with analyzing flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and missile performance parameters of ballistic missiles is highly desirable
Strong background in missile system engineering performance
Mastery of engineering modeling principles behind body motion, trajectory analysis, counter measures, debris, and signature modeling is a plus
Background in IR Signatures modeling
Familiarity with Optical Signatures Code (OSC)
Experience in Agile software development methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

Responsibilities

Gain experience with threat model phenomenology with focus on IR signatures
Gain experience with IR signature predictions and simulation models
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's Software Engineers for support to ensure the timely provision of tools needed in ITP production
Work in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders in the development of IRHB models for new systems and updates to existing missile systems
Gain experience in understanding stakeholders' requirements and work with the team to ensure vigilant Verification and Validation (V&V) process of deliverables
Work with the team to ensure automation and tools improvement are rightfully coordinated – aiming to attain utmost efficiency and meet Leadership objectives
Work on defined schedule to timely support MDA Ground Test Modeling and Simulation events