NT S Analyst Systems Engineer 4\5
The National Team supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) as it develops, tests, and fields an integrated Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS). As a member of the Missile Defense Systems Engineering Team (MDSET) the selected engineer will perform end-to-end analysis of the BMDS, supporting the systems engineering process for the MDA. Analyses are focused on evaluation of new concepts, requirements definition and system and test verification. The selected individual will define and oversee implementation of software code to add analysis capabilities or to modify a large MATLAB based BMDS simulation and perform quantitative analyses. Responsibilities include task planning, defining and conducting analyses, documenting results in presentations and reports, coordinating with group leads, management and customers. Additional responsibilities may include: writing MATLAB code, perform analyses using high fidelity element level simulations, act as a subject matter expert on BMDS elements or analysis techniques, and/or perform team lead responsibilities. Occasional travel is required. *** THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT ON FUNDING, AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED, AND CANDIDATE ACCEPTANCE BY INDUSTRY PARTNER RESOURCE CONTROL BOARD. *** REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Strong understanding of modeling and simulation of systems. Experience/working knowledge of BMDS. Experience developing analytical tools and performing numerical modeling of complex systems using MATLAB. Systems Engineering analysis experience. Demonstrated written and oral communication skills of technical and programmatic data and plans. Strong systems engineering background including understanding and use of industry standard practices and procedures. Demonstrated ability to perform in a geographically distributed team environment. Engineering lead experience.
Competencies
General• Communication
Consistently clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Consistently keeps the audience thoroughly engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Consistently frames even complex messages in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Consistently seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used; attends to both direct and indirect messages from others; correctly interprets messages and responds appropriately. Advises fellow project leads and other internal employees in effective communication techniques.
• Initiating Action
Consistently takes immediate action when confronted with a problem or when made aware of a situation in own or other work area. Consistently implements new ideas or potential solutions without prompting; does not wait for others to take action or to request action. Consistently takes action that goes well beyond job requirements in order to achieve the objectives of the organization.
• Managing Work
Consistently identifies highly critical and less critical activities and tasks amidst a large number of competing demands; adjusts priorities when appropriate. Consistently ensures that required equipment and/or materials are in appropriate locations so that own and others' work can be done effectively. Effectively allocates own time to complete work; coordinates own and others' schedules to avoid conflicts. Consistently takes advantage of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently. Uses time effectively and prevents irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion.
Technical• Advanced Math & System Model
Basic - Extensive and specialized knowledge regarding the development of new mathematical knowledge or modeling knowledge with limited guidance.
Preferred - Advanced knowledge of advances in the state-of-the-art of applied mathematical knowledge or modeling and simulation technology.
• Analytical Skills
Basic - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources with clients, customers and/or suppliers.
Preferred - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the business unit level.
• Customer Knowledge
Basic - Extensive, specialized knowledge of techniques to help identify a customer's organization, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, problems, and other constraints in order to provide effective product support and technical issue resolution.
Preferred - Advanced, expert knowledge of techniques to help identify a customer's organization, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, problems, and other constraints in order to provide effective product support and technical issue resolution.
• Industry Knowledge
Basic - Extensive, specialized knowledge of internal and external business environment. To include customers and their business models, competitors, general market forces, global economy, market trends, regulatory environments, and political forces/realities. Extensive, specialized knowledge of your Boeing business segment (to include competitors) and other Boeing product lines. Extensive, specialized knowledge of products regulatory environment (FAA, JAA, MIL STD., etc.).
Preferred - Advanced, expert knowledge of the industry environment. Include customers and their business models, competitors, general market forces, global economy, market trends, products regulatory environments, political forces/realities.
• Knowledge of User
Basic - Extensive and specialized knowledge of the user role, user domain, and user skill level to effectively work with and represent the end user within the company.
Preferred - Advanced/expert knowledge of the user role, user domain, and user skill level to effectively work with and represent the end user within the company.
• Ops Effective Analysis
Basic - Extensive knowledge of operational effectiveness analysis methodologies (e.g. mission and system effectiveness analysis) and tools (e.g., mission simulations; measure of effectiveness; human in the loop simulators, test facilities, and operational evaluations).
Preferred - Expert knowledge of operational effectiveness analysis methodologies (e.g. mission and system effectiveness analysis) and tools (e.g., mission simulations; measure of effectiveness; human in the loop simulators, test facilities, and operational evaluations).
• Systems Trade Studies
Basic - Extensive and specialized knowledge of trade study process (e.g., benchmarking, best value).
Preferred - Advanced/expert of trade study process (e.g., benchmarking, best value).
Basic Qualifications For ConsiderationDo you have experience with modeling and simulation of systems?
Have you used MATLAB to develop analytical tools or perform numerical modeling of complex systems?
Do you have technical experience with the BMDS?
Typical Education/Experience
Level 4 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and 9 or more years' experience, Master's with 7 or more years' experience or PhD with 4 or more years' experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Level 5 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's 14 or more years' experience, Master's with 12 or more years' experience or PhD with 9 or more years' experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Other Job related information
*** Active Secret Clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance is required. Preference will be given to qualified candidates with active Top Secret clearance. *** PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Performance analysis lead engineering experience. Strong technical background in various BMDS sensors, interceptors and/or discrimination. Ballistic missile defense engineering experience, including electro-optical/infrared (EOIR) sensors, RF and IR discrimination, interceptor engagement analysis, and kill vehicle operation. Demonstrated strong coordination, organization, teaming and, communication skills. Familiarity with BMDS threat generation and selection. Systems Engineering experience of large, complex weapons systems. Technical experience working with MDA. Experience briefing senior leadership (internal and customer). PREFERRED EDUCATION: Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering or Physics degree preferred.
- Business Unit Defense, Space&Security
- Division Networks & Space Systems
- Program Strategic Missile Defense Sys
- Job Type Non-Management
- Experience Level Career/Experienced
- US Person Status Required? Yes
Closing Date: 02/10/2012
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