Weapon System Analyst

KBR Inc

Huntsville, AL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Aviation Industry, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Code Reviews, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, DoD Secret Clearance, Fire Assessment, Fire Suppression/Control, High School Diploma, Leadership, MATLAB, Metrics, Performance Analysis, Performance Testing, Physics, Programming Languages, Proposal Development, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Reporting Skills, Request for Information (RFI), Requirements Management, Security Clearance, Simulation, Systems Analysis, Team Player, Technical Support, United States Army, United States Citizen, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Huntsville, AL
POSTED
12 days ago

Title:

Weapon System Analyst

Program Summary

KBR's Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of War, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.

Job Summary

As a Weapons System Analyst, you will play a critical role in providing technical support to the Army's Integrated Air and Missile Defense mission. You will evaluate system functional area performance data from Live Firings, Ground Testing, Simulation Exercises, and Real-World Events and produce system assessments. This position is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills and a high attention to detail who enjoys a challenge and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Additionally, this position requires effective collaboration and communication skills. We are seeking a motivated individual who can proactively identify and solve complex challenges. Join the team, and you will influence the capabilities of the Army's Integrated Air and Missile Defense portfolio.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Develop a deep understanding of the Weapons System including its requirements and operations
  • Define metrics and analyze data to assess system performance
  • Provide direct support to the Warfighter by responding to Requests for Information including analyzing Real-World data and collaborating with the team to provide recommendations for enhanced performance
  • Support test events (Live Firings, Ground Tests, Simulations) by defining requirements and objectives, executing tests, analyzing system performance, and generating test reports
  • Prepare and present briefings to various audiences, including USG, Warfighters, and high levels of leadership
  • Review and track software changes and system requirements
  • May participate in the development of technical proposals for new and/or existing business opportunities

Basic Qualifications

  • High School Diploma plus 15 years of experience in Missile Defense System Analysis
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or related STEM field counts as 4 years of experience
  • Ability to travel up to 15%
  • Candidate must be a US Citizen
  • Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in Fire Control analysis for a major Missile Defense System, including analysis of Flight Tests/Ground Tests, Simulations, and Real-World Data
  • Proficiency in a high-level programming language (MATLAB, C/C++, Python, etc.)
  • Demonstrated leadership and management skills

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

About the Company

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KBR Inc

When you become part of the When you become part of the KBR team, your opportunities are endless. As a leading global technology, engineering, procurement and construction company serving the hydrocarbons and government services industries. For decades it has been the company that customers turn to for their most challenging assignments.

With operations in 40 countries, KBR has more than 25,000 people delivering services to customers in over 70 countries. Together they represent an unmatched reservoir of talent and experience in a wide range of markets.

Whatever the assignment, no matter how complex or demanding, KBR can marshal resources across every product line to respond quickly and effectively to changing markets and customer needs.

Whether it's providing the technology and consulting know-how to develop our customers' valuable assets; designing and constructing the infrastructure and facilities to develop energy resources in some of the world's more remote and challenging locations; providing support and services for men and women of their countries' armed forces; or navigating the intricacies of undertaking major projects in geopolitically or culturally sensitive environments, our clients depend on KBR because they know that We Deliver.

Join us and you'll be part of a dynamic, elite team of professionals who understand what it takes to get a job done and has the experience, knowledge and determination to succeed.”

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Construction - Industrial Facilities and Infrastructure
FOUNDED
1998
WEBSITE
https://www.kbr.com/en