IRHB Jr System Engineer

Responsibilities

• Gain experience with threat model phenomenology with focus on IR signatures
• Gain experience with IR signature predictions and simulation models
• Work with the team to ensure completion of data production needs in support of MDA Ground Test Modeling and Simulation
• Work in close coordination with TSE's Software Engineers for support to ensure the timely provision of tools needed in ITP production
• Work in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders in the development of IRHB models for new systems and updates to existing missile systems
• Work with the team to ensure Verification and Validation (V&V) process of deliverables are vigilant
• Work with the team to ensure automation and tools improvement are rightfully coordinated – aiming to attain utmost efficiency and meet Leadership objectives
• Work on defined schedule to timely support MDA Ground Test Modeling and Simulation events

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM related field
• 2+ years with Bachelor's degree; 0+ years with Master's degree
• Experience with technical analysis of modeling and simulation of data sets
• Familiarity with the flight characteristics, motion, and performance of missile systems
• Familiarity with hard body heating of objects and their corresponding signature representation
• Experience with Verification and Validation (V&V) of modeling and simulation (M&S) of signatures data
• Experience with scripting/automation languages, such as Python, Bash, or MATLAB
• Must have a good understanding of modeling and simulation methods and processes
• Must be familiar with infrared signature concepts and physics behind hard body heating and how they affect infrared intensities
• Must be result-focused, work well within a dynamic team environment, be self-motivated, and be able to produce reliable products and documentation within established deadlines

Qualifications

• Strong math, physics, and/or engineering background is preferred
• Previous experience with analyzing flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and missile performance parameters of ballistic missiles is highly desirable
• Strong background in missile system engineering performance
• Mastery of engineering modeling principles behind body motion, trajectory analysis, counter measures, debris, and signature modeling is a plus
• Background in IR Signatures modeling
• Familiarity with Optical Signatures Code (OSC)
• Experience in Agile software development methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

Skills

• Strong math, physics, and/or engineering background
• Previous experience with analyzing flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and missile performance parameters of ballistic missiles
• Mastery of engineering modeling principles behind body motion, trajectory analysis, counter measures, debris, and signature modeling
• Background in IR Signatures modeling
• Familiarity with Optical Signatures Code (OSC)
• Experience in Agile software development methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

Benefits

• A comprehensive pay and benefits package inclusive of an excellent medical and dental insurance program, 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, tuition and training reimbursement, incentive compensation program (annual bonus), and flexible/telecommuting working schedules

Pay

Target salary range: $75,000 - $100,000.

This target salary represents an estimated range for this position based on experience, degree and other factors.