Space Based Interceptor Advanced Analyst - Management/Execution Support

Astrion•Huntsville, AL

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Analyst supporting the Missile Defense Agency’s Director of Test (DT) Flight Test Directorate at the Von Braun Complex on the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. Astrion is at the forefront of new missile defense technologies and supports the MDA’s rigorous operational and developmental testing. This exciting, rewarding work helps guarantee the security of the United States and our Allies. Join a professional team of highly qualified engineers, analysts, scientists, and technicians supporting the research, development, testing, and evaluation of the missile defense system whose purpose is to detect, track, engage, and destroy adversary missiles.

Requirements

MA/MS in a related field. A BA/BS with five years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for the MA/MS degree requirement
10 years of recent relevant experience
Eligibility to obtain and maintain at least a Secret security clearance
Knowledge of Missile Defense System components and system-level topics
Experience working in a fast paced, professional environment with the ability to adjust/react to short notice requirements changes, deadlines, changing schedules, competing priorities, and unpredictable events
Capable of working as a team member to solve engineering problems to solve test planning, integration, execution, and analysis problems
Must be willing to travel up to 20% of the time

Nice To Haves

In depth knowledge of the Missile Defense System (MDS) capability
In depth knowledge of MDA test planning, processes and execution
Experience in developing standardized plans, processes, and checklists
Self-motivated; possess strong oral and written communication skills, and have ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment
Proficient with Windows-based PC software (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Teams)

Responsibilities

Develop mission checklists that provide real-time updates to various stakeholders and mission assets
Deploy and manage the Operational Dashboard (OPDASH) to provide real-time mission status, including countdown clocks, asset readiness, and checklist progress during flight tests
Facilitate and execute well-structured Mission Execution Team Working Group (METWG) planning meetings to optimize coordination, ensure alignment, and drive efficient decision-making
Support all phases of test planning, training, and execution of Tier 1/2/3 test environments in accordance with the current Concept of Operations (CONOPS)
Perform programmatic analyst review for test activities pre- and post-events, providing lessons learned inputs and supporting panel reviews
Produce test procedures, detailing time-critical events supporting the Mission Countdown Events (CDE). Update mission documentation as calendar adjustments are scheduled
Integrate complex test requirements into a structured framework, identifying and mitigating risks in advance, and maintaining alignment across all stakeholders
Support test integration and planning meetings, BMDS CONOPS Phase Reviews, and data archival meetings, as directed
Provide direct on-console support to key Mission Execution Team (MET) leadership, including the Mission (MTD), Associate Operations (AOTD), and Sensors (SNTD) Test Directors during mission execution
Develop and refine mission planning, readiness, and execution support documentation
Manage the coordination, consolidation, and preparation of project deliverables
Prepare decision-quality materials such as executive level briefings and supporting documentation (white papers, fact sheets, status reports, progress reports, and information papers) for senior level reviews and mission milestone decision meetings
Facilitate with the development of planning meetings, MDA technical reviews, and other meetings, as directed
Coordinate DTFI-M by developing, reviewing, and coordinating responses/inputs to numerous MDA and Director of Test (DT) Program Office-generated actions covering a wide range of internal and external topics
Provide on-site support to System Mission Managers (SMM) at deployed locations for assigned flight test missions
Identify, generate and manage schedules, requirements and other documentation in support of flight test operations
Develop and present inputs for weekly test community meetings and working groups to include briefing charts and meeting attendance
Performs stakeholder coordination across multi-disciplinary working groups and integrated teams. Resolves issues affecting flight testing and schedule de-confliction, and reviews and provide input on all flight test event documentation