Space Based Interceptor - Basic Analyst Execution Support

Astrion is seeking a basic level Analyst to support Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Director of Test (DT) Flight Test Directorate (DTF) providing programmatic, technical, analytical and execution support for the Space Based Interceptor program. 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.

Overview:

Space Based Interceptor Basic Analyst – Execution Support

JOB LOCATION: Huntsville, Alabama

JOB STATUS: Full Time

Clearance: Secret

 

Astrion is seeking a basic level Analyst to support Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Director of Test (DT) Flight Test Directorate (DTF) providing programmatic, technical, analytical and execution support for 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. 

 

Your typical day – Our MDA engineers work in modern, well-appointed government facilities on Redstone Arsenal located in Huntsville, Alabama. Huntsville, known as Rocket City, USA, is the hub of missile and space operations, research and development. You will collaborate with other missile defense experts – military, government civilians, and contractors from Astrion and other companies.  Our team of experts helps the Government manage planning, development, analysis and delivery of state-of-the art sensors, weapons, communications, and command/control systems. You will be part of the team that conducts successful intercepts of target missiles by one of our Missile Defense System (MDS) weapon systems.

 

Position Overview/Tasks:

The SBI basic analyst will provide programmatic, technical, and analytical support to the Missile Defense Agency, Director for Flight Test Integration - Execution (DTFI-E).  The individual will serve as mission execution team support to deployable locations for operations and Test Directors' direct support. Individual will report daily activities and products to various Mission Test Directors who have overall responsibility for the development of checklists, calendars, and element integration, leading to the execution of MDA missions and supporting events. Travel is required (20+ %) and may include overseas locations.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in developing and maintaining mission documentation, including checklists, test control structures, and test operation schedules
• Develop mission checklists that provide real-time updates to various stakeholders and mission assets
• Support all phases of test planning, training, and execution of Tier 1/2/3 test environments in accordance with the current Concept of Operations (CONOPS)
• Perform programmatic analyst review for test activities pre- and post-events, providing lessons learned inputs and supporting panel reviews
• Produce test procedures detailing time-critical events supporting the Mission Countdown Events (CDE). Update mission documentation as calendar adjustments are scheduled
• Support test integration and planning meetings, BMDS CONOPS Phase Reviews, and data archival meetings, as directed
• Set up slide decks and coordinate with stakeholders for weekly or bi-weekly Mission Execution Team Working Groups (METWG)
• Provide direct on-console support to key Mission Execution Team (MET) leadership, including the Mission (MTD), Associate Operations (AOTD), and Sensors (SNTD) Test Directors during mission execution

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• BA/BS in a field pertinent to the position being filled
• No direct experience required
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain at least a Secret security clearance
• Motivated self-starter
• Proficient with the MS Office suite of tools to include Microsoft Project

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Knowledge of MDA test planning, processes and execution
• Knowledge of Missile Defense System components and system-level topics
• Comprehensive knowledge of Flight Test Operations
• MDA Flight test experience

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