M&S VV&A Analyst

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Huntsville, AL

3d•$110,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking an analyst to support verification, validation, and accreditation (VV&A) activities associated with Missile Defense System (MDS) modeling and simulation (M&S). The candidate will be supporting MDA/SEQV Systems Verification, which has been designated the MDA M&S agent, to assess HWIL/Digital Models against their requirements and determine their suitability for stated intended uses in MDS simulations. The candidate should be able to work in an open, collaborative environment and have good written / spoken communication skills. No travel is anticipated with this position. This is NOT a telework position.

Requirements

BS and/or MS in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science discipline and 7+ years of relevant experience
Must possess a Secret level security clearance (or higher)
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while reporting results as part of a team.
Good communication skills, both orally and written; ability to generate briefings, reports, and technical documentation, as required

Nice To Haves

MatLab and/or Python experience is a plus
Understanding of radar principles/models is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform M&S VV&A analysis in one or more of the following areas: radars/sensors (RF/IR), threat, environment, interceptors, communications, or other simulated BMDS components
Develop code-based data analysis tools to assess the performance parameters identified in analysis and accreditation plans
Research technical papers on models and identify data pertinent to model VV&A
Collaborate with counterparts from other stakeholder agencies, such as software developers and accreditation agents, to establish adequate VV&A evidence and correct modeling issues
Participate in technical interchange meetings, generate reports, and brief VV&A findings