Space Based Interceptor - Basic Analyst Execution Support with Security Clearance

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Aid 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
• Serve as support to 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

• Bachelor’s degree 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