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Job Description:Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented
Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer to join our team! In this role you will support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Architecture Validation team as an Architecture Assessment Engineer by developing and enhancing the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker tool.
What You'll Be Doing:- Provide direct support to the Architecture Validation Team within MDA's Chief Architect's Office
- Assist in the development and management of the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker (CGT) tool, to include reviewing, updating, and organizing gaps and threat
- Develop dashboards and data visualizations within the Capability Gap Tracker to support reporting, analysis, and architecture decision-making
- Work closely with other MDA organizations to help them understand and leverage the CGT while gaining insight into elements that make up the missile defense system
- Engage with cross-functional teams and Capability Gap Tracker users to identify reporting needs and deliver data-driven solutions that improve decision support capabilities
What Required Skills You'll Bring:- Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical/scientific discipline degree related to area of specialty and 2+ years of related professional experience
- NOTE: Newly-hired Master's degree graduates are typically hired into this level.
- Experience working with and analyzing large data sets
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:- Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field and 3+ years of experience supporting missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD programs/projects
- Active TS/SCI Clearance
- Working knowledge of Missile Defense Systems (MDS) components, architectures, concepts, and threats, with demonstrated understanding through analysis activities
- Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools such as QlikSense, Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms
- Working knowledge of Systems Engineering processes including Model-Based Systems Engineering and Digital Engineering strategies
- Experience with Digital Engineering tools and platforms such as Cameo, Palantir, or similar technologies
Security Clearance Requirement:An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.
This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.
Salary Range: $74,800.00 - $130,900.00
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.
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