UEWR System Analyst

InDyne•AFB, CA

54d•$50•Onsite

About The Position

The UEWR System Analyst has the overall technical responsibility for reducing and analyzing track data for a ground-based phased array radar site. The System Analyst will also act as a mentor for the computer and radar operations staff and will help to develop and refine operational procedures or checklists.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related engineering or science degree and/or 5 years’ experience
UNIX, IRIX, and Solaris operating systems.
Perl, Python, and Shell Scripting.
Background in mathematics as related to orbital mechanics and radar analysis.
Signal Processing concepts, radar search, track, and synthetic aperture radar mapping.
Matlab, MATE, Mathematica, Satellite Tool Kit (STK), Missile Conversion Tool (MCT)
Phased Array Radar principles.
Thorough understanding of radar design, performance, capabilities, and limitations: simulation of radars in large, complex systems, radar model requirements development for large scale system simulations, radar requirements or performance analysis using models and simulations, and large-scale system simulation verification and validation.
Knowledge of Ballistic Missile Defense concepts and specific knowledge of one or more BMDS radars such as AN/TPY-2, Cobra Dane, UEWRs, GBR-P, SBX is desired.
Currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
Employment and start date are contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Ballistic Missile Defense concepts and specific knowledge of one or more BMDS radars such as AN/TPY-2, Cobra Dane, UEWRs, GBR-P, SBX is desired.

Responsibilities

Utilize software tools such as Matlab and Mathematica to perform data reduction, analysis, and report trends and performance of radar track data.
Analyze hardware diagnostic outputs to determine anomalies for troubleshooting.
Develop mathematical algorithms for array signal processing, performance predictions/analysis, data analysis for radar returns.
Apply mathematical and algorithm knowledge to define system performance related to radar tracking, target discrimination, computing loads and processing thresholds, and system engagement timelines.
Perform trajectory analysis and provide insight to the customer for RF/IR signature data products.
Use digital simulation tools and perform some original programming as needed for analysis and data manipulation.
Document mathematical and statistical analytical results in a combination of formal presentations and present analysis results at team meetings and customer reviews.
Recommends system modifications as required to maintain radar/computer system performance within written specifications.
Maintains site internal calibration satellite lists.
Writes and executes test plans for local Test and Evaluation of mission software versions and evaluates these versions for anomalies and degradation.
Documents unusual and/or unique system events in a written format known as a Problem Report.
If appropriate, generates a Standard Change Form (SCF) to document software anomalies.
Maintains files of all problem reports and SCFs and makes them available for government review.
Provides technical inputs for site Operations Approval Review Board including the maintenance of all SCFs applicable to this system and recommends a priority ranking of same based upon criticality.
Also writes Hardware Modification requests and submits to appropriate review board for review and approval.
Must perform data analysis functions including: using system data reduction functions to extract and analyze data, review of software specifications versus source code, and review of system performance data to identify degraded or abnormal performance.
Responds to requests by management and military operations personnel to analyze system performance and events including: false Launch & Predicted Impact messages, abnormal daily uncorrelated target rates, unusual radar or computer hangs, Category-1 satellite misses, and electromagnetic interference.
Monitors AN/FPS-132 radar and computer systems’ performance including all tactical files (space track catalog, tasking file, site penetration, etc.) for indications of file corruption, abnormal data, or overflow.
Support the system via on-call when outside of normal working hours.
Develop and maintain checklists to be used by site radar and MMCO personnel.
Performs other analysis duties as directed by management.
Must possess good written and verbal communication skills to include the ability to explain results of analysis to both technical and non-technical personnel.