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Astrion is seeking an intermediate level Analyst to support Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Director of Test (DT) Flight Test Directorate (DTF) in support of the test planning and execution of the Space Based Interceptor program. 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 the development of post-flight Best-Estimate-Trajectories (BETs) of critical trajectory objects via integration of available truth data from telemetry, radar, and optical sources
Develop predictions for flight test data collection platforms
Perform model and data analysis to include object characterization, monte-carlo trajectory simulation and trajectory data fusion to assist in post-flight test reviews
Prepare and present pre-flight and post-flight truth data planning and results
Requirements
BA/BS in a field pertinent to the position being filled
5 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for the BA/BS degree requirement
7 years relevant experience
Eligibility to obtain and maintain at least a Secret security clearance
Experience with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) organization and Missile Defense System (MDS) designs, performance and testing
General knowledge of industry standard trajectory/radar/optical prediction codes
Understanding of waveforms, polarizations and applications for radar data
Experience with MATLAB, Python, Java, and/or other programming languages
Proficient with the MS Office suite of tools
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