Theater Based Defense Analyst

Overview

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Theater-Based Defense Analyst supporting Wargames and Exercises (WG&E) for the Missile Defense Agency’s Theater-Based Defense Directorate at the Von Braun Complex on the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama.

Job Status

Full-time

Clearance

Secret

Travel

Up to 20%

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM, Research Analysis, Program Management or related fields; 3 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement
• 7 years of recent relevant experience
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain at least a Secret security clearance
• Knowledge of Missile Defense System components and system-level topics
• Experience working in a fast paced, professional environment with the ability to adjust/react to short notice requirements changes, deadlines, changing schedules, competing priorities, and unpredictable events
• Capable of working as a team member to solve engineering problems to solve test planning, integration, execution, and analysis problems
• Must be willing to travel up to 20% of the time

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• Current Active SECRET security clearance
• In depth knowledge of the Missile Defense System (MDS) capability
• In depth knowledge of MDA test planning, processes and execution
• Self-motivated; possess strong oral and written communication skills, and have ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environment
• Proficient with Windows-based PC software (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Teams)

Responsibilities

• Support system readiness, software validation, and personnel training within the laboratory environment
• Lead and participate in key annual events including JLVC, RIAMDEX and various Event Verification Tests
• Monitor systems to identify deficiencies, annotate issues, and recommend practical fixes
• Collaborate with RISTS development team to implement required software fixes, updates, and patches
• Establish, test, and maintain Distributed Interactive Simulation and Link connections with external test sites ensuring interoperability
• Attend and conduct classes on core simulation tools and the THAAD weapon system to maintain proficiency and mentor incoming government and contractor personnel
• Develop and present comprehensive briefings for visiting VIPs to demonstrate the operation use and strategic impact of RISTS within the WG&E ecosystem
• Manage end-to-end execution of wargames and exercises from initial scenario design to post-even analysis
• Design realistic, challenging wargame scenarios - define core objectives, manage logistical parameters
• Provide Warfighter information to build high-fidelity end-to-end digital representations of the THAAD weapons system constructing robust battle plans
• Introuce RISTS into the broader BMDS architecture
• Instruct and educate military audiences on threat tactics, system capabilities and employment methodologies
• Support operational execution by managing and operating complex simulation systems and conducting real time assessments of simulated engagements
• Provide analysis and reporting of event outcomes