M&S System Engineer: HSV-2660

deciBel Research•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•$75,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

deciBel Research has an immediate opening for an experienced System Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO. Position Description: deciBel Research is seeking an experienced System Engineer to work with a group of engineers to generate the kinematic output data of simulated missile trajectories for the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA's) Threat Modeling Center (TMC). This data is delivered as part of an Integrated Threat Product (ITP) to various Department of Defense customers (primarily within MDA) to drive the Threat portion of their simulations. The successful candidate will: Review customer scenario requests and provide feedback on potential problems or issues before the production process begins Review the final document and data to ensure the customer's objectives were met and the high-resolution data accurately reflects the specifications provided to the Threat Modeling Center Generate kinematic trajectories using the TMC's Threat Modeling & Simulation Suite (TMSS) and trouble-shooting products and data Work closely with the TMC's System Engineering and Software Development groups, as most of the tools used by the group are developed in-house This role requires employees to be onsite at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO on a daily basis with no option for remote or hybrid work. Target salary range: $75,000 - $130,000. This target salary represents an estimated range for this position based on experience, degree and other factors. deciBel Research offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package inclusive of an excellent medical and dental insurance program, 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, tuition and training reimbursement, incentive compensation program (annual bonus), and flexible/telecommuting working schedules. Full-time and part-time deciBel employees will enjoy benefits offered by deciBel Research as soon as they meet eligibility requirements for each particular benefit.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM related discipline
2+ years relevant experience with Bachelor's degree or 0+ years with Master's degree
Experience in modeling and simulation
Knowledge of missiles and six degrees of freedom (6 DoF) trajectory representation
Familiarity with missile defense system components and their interoperability
Understanding of Linux and Windows based platforms with their associated software
Ability to work independently and in groups and must be a self-starter
Excellent time management, schedule estimation
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Applicant selected must have an active Top Secret security clearance, with SCI eligibility
Must be a U.S. Citizen

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of missile targeting and allocation and "Red Force" laydowns
Experience with infrared and radar cross section (RCS) signatures
Experience in systems engineering and/or software development and testing, especially with Agile methodology
Quality control experience with a strong background in test and troubleshooting
Experience working within the Missile Defense Agency, especially related to Ground Test exercises/events
Ability to lead projects and delegate technical tasks

Responsibilities

Review customer scenario requests and provide feedback on potential problems or issues before the production process begins
Review the final document and data to ensure the customer's objectives were met and the high-resolution data accurately reflects the specifications provided to the Threat Modeling Center
Generate kinematic trajectories using the TMC's Threat Modeling & Simulation Suite (TMSS) and trouble-shooting products and data
Work closely with the TMC's System Engineering and Software Development groups, as most of the tools used by the group are developed in-house