Modern Technology Solutions

Flight Test Analyst

Modern Technology Solutions • $80K — $110K *
Huntsville, AL 35810In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
5 days ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5 years experience in relevant field may substitute for BA/BS degree
  • Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and Missile Defense System (MDS)
  • Proficient in programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, and Java
  • Basic understanding of Orbital Mechanics and Physics
  • Minimum Secret clearance required
  • Knowledge of RF Engineering and Communication designs is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the development of pre-mission flight test design and scenarios
  • Perform trajectory generation and optimization for targets and interceptors
  • Conduct quantitative safety and risk analyses for safe test execution
  • Support Range Safety Working Group meetings and track action items
  • Assist in assessing telemetry links and radar for data collection needs
  • Help senior team members with collision avoidance assessments on test day

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth in a leading defense program
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on safety and mission success
  • Engagement with emerging technologies in defense systems
  • Involvement in high-stakes projects with national significance
Full Job Description
Position will provide support to the MDA's Test Directorate, Consolidated Flight Test Organization in support of the test planning and execution of the Space Based Interceptor program.
  • Candidate will assist in development of pre-mission flight test design/scenarios and support flight test execution by:
  • Performing pre-mission target and interceptor trajectory generation and optimization
  • Performing pre-mission quantitative safety and risk analyses to ensure tests can be conducted safely in accordance with Range Commanders Council safety standards
  • Supporting Range Safety Working Group meeting and activities to include tracking action items, data delivery schedules, and analysis schedules
  • Assist with pre-mission telemetry link and radar assessments to ensure flight test architecture meets data collection requirements
  • Assist senior team members in conducting COLA (collision avoidance) assessments for day of flight execution


Desired Skills:
  • Experience with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) organization and Missile Defense System (MDS) designs, performance and testing
  • Experience with MATLAB, Python, Java, and/or other programming languages
  • Basic understanding of Orbital Mechanics and Physics


Highly Desired Skills:
  • Knowledge of RF Engineering and Communication design and processing
  • Knowledge of Range Commander's Council Standards
  • Education: BA/BS in a field pertinent to the position being filled. 5 years relevant experience may be substituted for the BA/BS degree requirement
  • Experience: No direct experience required
  • Clearance: Minimum Secret clearance required


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About Modern Technology Solutions

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a leading-edge engineering and technology company that provides critical solutions for complex military and commercial programs. MTSI has been providing engineering and technical services to the defense industry since 1993. The company has a strong focus on innovation and is committed to delivering the best solutions to its clients. MTSI has a highly skilled workforce of engineers, scientists, and technical experts who are dedicated to providing the highest quality services to its clients. The company has a proven track record of success and has received numerous awards and recognition for its work.
Learn more about Modern Technology Solutions
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Information Technology
Founded
1993
* Ladders Estimates

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