System Architecture Engineer

Avion Solutions • Huntsville, AL

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Avion Solutions Inc., a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking candidates for a System Architecture Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). This position is located in Huntsville, AL. The role involves direct support to the Architecture Validation Team within MDA's Chief Architect's Office, focusing on the development and management of the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker (CGT) tool. Responsibilities include reviewing, updating, and organizing gaps and threats, developing dashboards and data visualizations within the CGT for reporting and decision-making, and collaborating with other MDA organizations to help them understand and leverage the tool. The engineer will also engage with cross-functional teams and users to identify reporting needs and deliver data-driven solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field and 3+ years of experience supporting missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD programs/projects.
• Experience working with and analyzing large data sets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and have the ability to obtain/maintain a DoW security clearance.
• Must be able to travel up to 15% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Missile Defense Systems (MDS) components, architectures, concepts, and threats, with demonstrated understanding through analysis activities.
• Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools such as QlikSense, Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
• Working knowledge of Systems Engineering processes including Model-Based Systems Engineering and Digital Engineering strategies.
• Experience with Digital Engineering tools and platforms such as Cameo, Palantir, or similar technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to the Architecture Validation Team within MDA's Chief Architect's Office.
• Assist in the development and management of the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker (CGT) tool, to include reviewing, updating, and organizing gaps and threats.
• Develop dashboards and data visualizations within the Capability Gap Tracker to support reporting, analysis, and architecture decision-making.
• Work closely with other MDA organizations to help them understand and leverage the CGT while gaining insight into elements that make up the missile defense system.
• Engage with cross-functional teams and Capability Gap Tracker users to identify reporting needs and deliver data-driven solutions that improve decision support capabilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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