BMD Planner Sensor Model Engineer
Purpose
This position will provide sensor analysis/engineering support to the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) to support BMD C2BMC Planner Engineering. Effort will be focused on model validation to assess system capabilities and limitations and to inform development of BMD analysis capability. System models used in the Planner include the Ground-Based Midcourse Defense (GMD) system; the AN/TPY-2 radar; BOA, Cobra Dane, UEWR, SBX, Aegis BMD; Phased Array Tracking Radar Intercept on Target (PATRIOT); and, Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD).
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Duties and Responsibilities
· Provide input on measures used to validate the Planner sensor models· Evaluate test cases to ensure performance adequately assessed
· Interpret test results to identify problems and impact to overall planning capability · Provide developer and project office feedback on sensor model algorithms · Research and provide recommendations on model improvement opportunities that will have the most impact to the overall system performance |
Qualifications
Education: BS Degree (MS preferred) in Engineering or Science related major
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: · 10+ years of relevant experience · Working knowledge of Radar/Sensor capabilities · Experience developing, validating, or managing models and simulations · The candidate must be able to work within a collaborative environment composed of Government, Prime Contractor, Sub-Contractor and Supporting Contractor personnel in a badge-less contractor environment. · Ability to obtain/maintain active Secret Clearance Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: · Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency and Ballistic Missile Defense System. MDA or military experience are a plus. · Understanding of the MDA Engineering practices and processes. · Familiarity with the BMDS system level documentation such as the BMD System Description Document and BMD System Specification |
Job Req Number: 2018-0102
Job Title: BMD Planner Sensor Model Engineer
Location: Huntsville, AL
Travel Required: Infrequent - <25%
Security Clearance Required: Secret
Job Title: BMD Planner Sensor Model Engineer
Location: Huntsville, AL
Travel Required: Infrequent - <25%
Security Clearance Required: Secret