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Job SummaryThe Systems Performance, Estimation, and Algorithms Department (SPEAD)performs concept development, systems engineering, architectureanalysis, algorithm development and evaluation support for national securityspace customers emphasizing Radar, Electro-Optical (EO) and Infrared(IR) sensors, command and control, missile warning/missile tracking(MW/MT) missions, electronic warfare (EW), space domainawareness (SDA), and sp
The selected candidate will provide project and technical leadership,analytical support, algorithm development, systems engineering andarchitecting, and modeling and simulation analysis for space surveillancesystems, tactical command and control, space protection and space threatsusceptibility, missile warning and missile defense. Candidate will interactdirectly with government customers as well as Aerospace program officepersonnel in the Colorado Springs area and collaborate closely withEngineering and Technology Group (ETG) and program office personnel in ElSegundo, CA, Chantilly, VA, and other locations.
What You'll Be DoingProvide technical expertise and leadership in the modeling and analysis of SDAand MW/MD sensors and systems and their broader system-of-systemsarchitecturesConduct a range of analysis using a framework of modeling, simulation andanalysis capabilities including in-house, custom and commerciallyavailable/government provided modeling toolsAnalyze electro-optical (EO), infrared (IR), radar and passiveradio frequency sensor concepts, architectures, and algorithmsMissile and advanced threat (dim, highly maneuverable) target trackingand track custodySensor constellation performance analysisDirectly support the technical lead for a modeling and simulation effort forthe Space Security and Defense Program by providing analysis, developmentsupport and guidance of junior engineersBecome proficient in the areas of SDA, BMC2, space control, the spaceoperations simulatorProvide independent assessments and lead studies with teams of analystsderived from the most capable government/FFRDC/SETA/contractor sources
What you need to be successfulMinimum Requirements
Advanced degree in mathematics, engineering, physics, computer scienceor equivalent, or a bachelor's degree with eight (8) years ofapplicable experience required5 years experience in systems engineering analysis of space surveillancesystems including system-of-systems architectures, mission performanceassessment, and system evaluation and simulation.Demonstrated experience within the BMC2, SDA, space control mission areasor MW/MT/MD mission areasExperience in modeling, simulation, analysis, and/or algorithm developmentLed development of computer tools and simulations to support analyses ofinterdisciplinary support teams and performing general systems engineering andintegration supportExperience in at least one the following programming languages; Java,C++, Python, MATLAB, C, or FORTRAN.Good interpersonal communication and briefing skills along with the ability towork independently and interact effectively with high-level government,Aerospace, and contractor pe sonnel.This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a securityclearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship isrequired to obtain a security clearance.
How you can stand outCurrent TS/SCI clearance.Background in command and control.Experience with EO/IR sensors, especially for missile warning/missile defenseOperational experience as an orbit analyst, space control operator, battlemanager in the air, maritime or missile domains (e.g. AWACS, AEGIS,GMD, HIMARS, etc.), or an Air Force weapons school graduateExperience with or understanding of electronic warfare and/or passive RFcollection modelingExperience with space surveillance network sensor operations, or other SOSInetwork sensor operationsFluency in... For full info follow application link.
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