LRDR Systems Analyst/Assistant LRDR Operations Manager

InDyne•Colorado Springs, CO

3d•$110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The LRDR Systems Analyst utilizes their experience, knowledge, and analytic tools to determine system performance in both the operational environment and the testing environment. The systems analyst supports the operations manager by performing the duties of an assistant manager. This role interfaces with external agencies to assess radar performance, deficiencies, and anomalous behavior. Responsibilities include analyzing critical system files, O&M logs, and uncorrelated target rates for abnormal data or errors. The analyst will review computer system logs, system calibration metrics, and analyze occurrences of system outages or operational degradation. They will provide analyses and reports to support site operations investigations, including Problem Reports (PRs), Deficiency Reports (DRs), and Standard Change Forms (SCF). The role also involves drafting ICE plans and reports, supporting testing activities (DT&E, OT&E, ICE), and developing checklists for site personnel. The analyst will act as an Assistant Manager at times, working under the supervision of the Operations Manager.

Requirements

Must possess good written and verbal communication skills to include the ability to explain results of analysis to both technical and non-technical personnel.
Required to maintain a certification as a Missile Defense Radar Operator.
Currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
Employment and start date are contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with command and control (c2) systems and/or phased array radars is desired.
Sensor Manager Qualification Course (SMQC) is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Interface with external agencies to assess radar performance, deficiencies, and anomalous behavior.
Support the system via on call when outside of normal working hours.
Analyze critical system files such as the mission plan file, satellite catalog, and satellite task list for abnormal data or overflow.
Analyze computer/radar O&M logs for system or operator errors.
Analyze daily uncorrelated target (UCT) rates to identify abnormal performance.
Review the one-year library of computer system logs, ensuring the logs are properly archived and maintained.
Review and analyze system calibration, operability assessment test results, ESPs and other indicators which give an indication of system performance utilizing the system calibration metrics on the Space C2 Agency website.
Analyze occurrences of system outages or operational degradation such as False Launch and Impact Message or False Impacting Object Reports, indications of radar system degradation, uncommon computer halts or hangs, CAT 1 satellite misses, EMI, failure to track a real missile launch or significant portions of a real missile launch in coverage, and other abnormal data, performance, and occurrences that may lead to a system failure.
Provide analyses to support site operations investigations to the Director of Operations (DO), Operations Support, or SOC-B CMDR/CCH.
Provide Problem Reports (PRs) to support site operations investigations by the DO, Operations Support, CMDR/CCH, or Installation/Site Commander.
Submit a Deficiency Report (DR) for unusual and unique anomalies, or outages.
Generate an AF Form 1067 or Standard Change Form (SCF) prior to installing new software constants for the subarray test and element test installations.
Generate an SCF for system or software modifications for corrective or preventive action as a result of analyses or any other proposed system/software modifications.
Evaluate and provide written technical analysis on any system modification/upgrade proposal or recommendation.
Maintain references to any associated PR, DR and SCF and supporting data.
Draft ICE plans and ICE reports as requested and provide data, supporting documentation and recommendations for all testing activities.
Interface with Space Training and Readiness Delta Detachment 4 (Det 4) and other military personnel, as well as other contractor personnel, to support testing activities. Activities shall include, but not be limited to: Development, Test and Evaluation (DT&E), Operational Test and Evaluation (OT&E), and Installation Checkout and Evaluation (ICE) testing.
Develop and maintain checklists to be used by site MDRO personnel.
Performs other analysis duties as directed by management.
Act as a supervisor at times as the Assistant Manager.