Research Analyst - Missile Defense Systems
About The Position
The Science, Systems, and Sustainment Division (S3D) has an immediate opening for a research analyst at Schriever SFB, Colorado to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) in analysis of the Command Control Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) and the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Architecture (BOA) elements of the Missile Defense System (MDS) in system level testing. The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is a non-profit corporation that operates three federally funded research and development centers to provide objective analyses of national security issues, particularly those requiring scientific and technical expertise. IDA research staff members conduct multi-disciplinary analyses in an environment encouraging rigorous, independent research on challenging and complex issues. IDA provides an inclusive work environment and a comprehensive, competitive salary and benefits package.
Requirements
- A Doctoral degree in Material Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, Astronomy, Biology, Engineering, Operations Research, Statistics, Data Science, Physics, Computer Science or a quantitative interdisciplinary program that encompasses one of these areas of focus; OR A Master’s degree in Material Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, Astronomy, Biology, Engineering, Operations Research, Statistics, Data Science, Physics, Computer Science or a quantitative interdisciplinary program that encompasses one of these areas of focus discipline coupled with 6+ years’ experience; OR A Bachelor’s degree in Material Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, Astronomy, Biology, Engineering, Operations Research, Statistics, Data Science, Physics, Computer Science or a quantitative interdisciplinary program that encompasses one of these areas of focus discipline coupled with 8+ years’ experience.
- Ability to collect, organize, synthesize and analyze data; summarize findings, develop and report conclusions.
- Able to problem solve in a clear and concise manner.
- Strong communication skills.
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Experience with data parsing, filtering and manipulation; MATLAB preferred.
- Experienced briefer capable of expressing complex ideas and concepts to both senior leaders and other technical analysts.
- Current DOD Secret Security Clearance required.
- Successful completion of a background check is required.
Nice To Haves
- MATLAB preferred
Responsibilities
- Evaluate all aspects of C2BMC and BOA performance, including maintaining a consistent integrated air picture, providing situational awareness, managing sensors, and assessing system interoperability.
- Support test planning and execution.
- Conduct independent and in-depth analyses of test results.
- Identify issues and anomalies.
- Direct the efforts of other analysts.
- Support real-world missile launch events.
- Present findings to mid- and senior-level military and civilian leaders across MDA.
- Conduct multi-disciplinary analyses in an environment encouraging rigorous, independent research on challenging and complex issues.
Benefits
- Range of medical plans
- Stand-alone dental coverage
- Stand-alone vision coverage
- Generous contribution of 10% of base salary to our Qualified Retirement Plan after six months of service
- Flexible work environment
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Paid parental leave
- 10 paid holidays
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Other learning opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
