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Advanced Ground Test Engineer

United States, Huntsville · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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Overview: Advanced Ground Test Analyst. Job Location: Huntsville, Alabama. Job Status: Full Time. Clearance: Secret. Astrion is seeking an Advanced level Ground Test Analyst to support Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Theater-Based Defense Mobile Land-Based Sensors (TBS) Directorate. At Astrion, we are at the forefront of new missile defense technologies and support MDA's rigorous operational and developmental testing. This exciting, rewarding work helps guarantee the security of the United States and our Allies. Join a professional team of highly qualified engineers, analysts, scientists, and technicians supporting the research, development, testing, and evaluation of the missile defense system whose purpose is to detect, track, engage, and destroy adversary missiles.

Job Responsibility

  • Support ground testing of the AN/TPY-2 along with additional radars expected to be added to the TBS portfolio at a later date
  • Provide support to radar flight tests as needed
  • Provide on-site support at deployed locations, acting as key test member of TBST
  • Possess strong oral and written communication skills and be comfortable in communicating and coordinating with the greater MDA test community, sensors program office personnel, system subject matter experts, and senior government management
  • Be self-motivated and have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment and be able to make proper and timely decisions and recommendations

Requirements

  • Currently Active Secret security clearance or the eligibility to obtain clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM, Research Analysis, Program Management or related fields
  • Minimum 10 years of experience with strong technical background and understanding of systems engineering/program management
  • Experience with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS) Ground Test environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Must be willing to travel up to 10-20%

Nice to have

  • Master's Degree or related experience
  • Current experience with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS) characteristics, design, performance, and testing
  • Military Experience or ability to operate and coordinate within the military community
  • Ability to communicate detailed technical information to technical and non-technical personnel and senior leadership

What we offer

  • Competitive salaries
  • Continuing education assistance
  • Professional development
  • Multiple healthcare benefits package options
  • 401K with employer matching
  • Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule
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