Radar Requirements Analyst

AeroVironment • Redstone Arsenal, AL

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About The Position

AV is looking for a highly talented Radar Requirements Analyst to join our team! In this role, the ideal candidate will possess experience writing in DXL for IBM Rational DOORS, familiarity with model-based-systems-engineering and associated systems like CAMEO, and familiarity with Radar systems for missile warning and missile defense.

Collaborate with multiple DoD, Industry, and 4th estate teams to manage requirements for multiple ground sensor systems in development by the Missile Defense Agency. Capture technical specifications for future development initiatives in DOORS and/or CAMEO, as required by program engineers. Compare prime item development specifications to government specifications, identify deficiencies, and coordinate resolution with stakeholders. Maintain databases and system models in accordance with Missile Defense Agency best practices as defined by the Systems Engineer and Transformation Task Force. Support technical discussions and interchanges to vector development of requirements and ensure compliance with lead engineer vision and intent. Develop briefings, point papers, and trace reports for prime item development specification and relevant system model deliveries. Coordinate support from supporting personnel as needed, provide concise instructions and expectations to assist in managing databases and models. Evolve current requirement management practices in response to changing information system capabilities. Capture processes, standards, and techniques in checklists to enable support and cross-team function as needed. Provide technical direction to Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), Design Reviews (PDR, CDR, FDR).

Requirements

• Master of Science or Master of Arts degree and 8+ years of related professional experience. Or, Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or related field, or equivalent work experience that meets guidelines established for job.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher
• Knowledge and application of (or interest in) Model Based System Engineering environments and SysML experience (CAMEO)
• Experience with DOORS and/or DXL/Macro scripting

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree and 20+ years working on a missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project or radar system. Or, Master's degree and 12+ years working on a missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project or radar system
• Experience with radar operation or radar acquisition
• Knowledge of Electronic Warfare principles
• Review of verification results of Prime Item Development Specifications
• Works independently, applying engineering rigor to analyze and resolve problems within a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to self-manage and initiate within a team structure
• Ability to work across organizational boundaries
• Ability to decompose complex problems to actionable elements
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of MDA Systems Engineering processes and procedures (MERG, ICWG, CSAG, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multiple DoD, Industry, and 4th estate teams to manage requirements for multiple ground sensor systems in development by the Missile Defense Agency
• Capture technical specifications for future development initiatives in DOORS and/or CAMEO, as required by program engineers
• Compare prime item development specifications to government specifications, identify deficiencies, and coordinate resolution with stakeholders
• Maintain databases and system models in accordance with Missile Defense Agency best practices as defined by the Systems Engineer and Transformation Task Force
• Support technical discussions and interchanges to vector development of requirements and ensure compliance with lead engineer vision and intent
• Develop briefings, point papers, and trace reports for prime item development specification and relevant system model deliveries
• Coordinate support from supporting personnel as needed, provide concise instructions and expectations to assist in managing databases and models
• Evolve current requirement management practices in response to changing information system capabilities
• Capture processes, standards, and techniques in checklists to enable support and cross-team function as needed
• Provide technical direction to Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), Design Reviews (PDR, CDR, FDR)

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401K with company matching
• a 9/80 work schedule
• a paid holiday shutdown

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior