Trajectory Engineer II (MDA)

Huntsville, AL, US • Posted 2 days ago • Updated 9 hours ago
Full Time
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Skills

  • Performance Analysis
  • Systems Engineering
  • Design Analysis
  • FOCUS
  • Modeling
  • Reporting
  • Collaboration
  • Database
  • Development Testing
  • Data Management
  • Documentation
  • Classical Mechanics
  • Technical Support
  • Product Development
  • MATLAB
  • Python
  • Java
  • C#
  • Programming Languages
  • Communication
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • MDA
  • DoD
  • RCS
  • Attention To Detail
  • Security Clearance
  • Research
  • Accessibility

Summary

MDR is seeking a skilled Trajectory Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Targets and Countermeasures Engineering Directorates. In this role, you will provide critical engineering expertise to the team responsible for performing pre-mission trajectory validation and performance analysis for the for the flight test events along with onsite expertise during flight events.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Targets and Countermeasures (TC) program office with development of ballistic missile target vehicles
  • Support the TC System Engineering team in all aspects of target design, analysis, and test to include requirements development and assessment, modeling and simulation, test analysis and reporting
  • Technical focus areas include modeling and simulation, trajectory development and analysis, coordinate system transformations, and vehicle performance assessments
  • Generate and analyze target vehicle 6DOF trajectory data
  • Support mission planning, analysis, and reporting activities
  • Collaborate with a dynamic team of experts in multiple technical areas to develop analysis and engineering tools
  • Engage in database requirements definition, schema development, interface development, testing, data management, and documentation
  • Utilize knowledge, skills and experience with missile characteristics (physical, kinematics, signatures) and engineering to support engineering activities and data product development

What Required Skills You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM with 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Active DoD Secret security clearance, which requires ship
  • Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, Java, C#, and other programming languages
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
  • Familiarity with MDA and/or DoD programs and processes
  • Experience with trajectory development tools (e.g., TAOS, POST)
  • Experience in any or all of the following disciplines: Design, CAD, Trajectory, Radar Cross Section (RCS) Signatures, Optical Signatures
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to efficiently perform multiple tasks
  • Ability to communicate detailed technical information to technical and non-technical personnel

Position Requirements
  • Clearance Required
    • Secret
  • Position Level
  • FT/PT
    • Full Time
  • Years Related Work Experience
    • 3
  • Education Level Required
    • 4-yr

Mission Driven Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are interested in applying for employment with Mission Driven Research and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, please contact us by email () or by phone by calling . When contacting us, please provide your contact information and state the nature of your accessibility issue.
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  • Dice Id: 91004219
  • Position Id: fe98f6ba9125981e3bc9f6d8abce583d
  • Posted 2 days ago
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