Space Systems Analyst

Qualis LLC•Colorado Springs, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Qualis LLC is seeking a highly qualified Space Systems Analyst for the Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E) of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) Enterprise. This role requires demonstrated qualifications and proven experience in Space Systems, including MILSATCOM, Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR), Directed Energy, Electronic Warfare, proliferated low Earth orbit (pLEO) constellation support, and end-to-end missile warning, missile tracking, and missile defense, as well as Position Navigation and Timing. The position demands operational test experience with a mathematical background in statistics. Experience in the development of test measures and evaluation of missile warning, missile tracking, and missile defense is preferred. Additionally, experience with experimental design, calculating statistical power and needed sample size, preferably experience with a data science-focused coding language (e.g., R or Python), and the ability to communicate ideas to non-statistics focused personnel is preferable. This position will be filled at Peterson SFB in Colorado Springs, CO.

Requirements

Must possess a bachelor's of science degree in a science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) field
Background in OT&E preferred with understanding of integrated testing with Developmental and Contractor Testing.
Understanding and use of statistical methods such as Design of Experiments and R
Background in operational testing highly desired
Background in space systems, missile warning, and satellite communications
Position requires practical application of: The methods and techniques of engineering or systems architecture
The construction, application, properties, operations, and limitations of engineering systems, and processes
Ability to utilize Design of Experiments as it applies to test design
Must be able to work in a fast paced environment while being able to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines
Must have the ability to quickly understand the customers’ overall technical objectives and mission and provide effective solutions
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills along with customer interaction and presentation capabilities.
Must be able to work effectively alone or within a group
U.S. Citizenship required
Active DoD Top Secret security clearance required. Must be SCI eligible
Must be able to maintain level of clearance required for this position

Nice To Haves

Experience in development of test measures and evaluation of missile warning, missile tracking, and missile defense
Experience with experimental design, calculating statistical power and needed sample size
Experience with a data science-focused coding language (e.g., R or Python)
Ability to communicate ideas to non-statistics focused personnel
Preferably has experience with proliferated low Earth orbit (pLEO) constellation support, and Position Navigation and Timing

Responsibilities

Perform Ops Research Analysis on the GPS Enterprise and MILSATCOM types of space systems
Perform analysis of test capabilities
Identify test capability requirements
Identify test capability shortfalls
Develop test methodologies and tools
Recommend approaches to operational test and integrated developmental / operational test activities
Provide inputs to Space Force Test Delta in support of planning requirements and OT&E activities
Collect and analyze data to assist in the evaluation of system readiness / effectiveness / suitability / progress, and make recommendations to the test director
Review, analyze, and report to test director status of Systems Program Office, and developmental contractor’s space systems documentation
Assist in determining the capability of the system to withstand natural and man-made threat environments, and quantify the degree of impairment
Assist in preparing test documentation for inclusion in test and evaluation reports
Assist in the preparation of briefings or slides as part of the report coordination process
Assist in the preparation of lessons learned reports
Participate in Integrated Test Teams