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Job Overview:

AV is looking for a highly talented Junior Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer to join our team! In this role you will support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Architecture Validation (MDA/CAV) team as an Architecture Assessment Engineer by developing and enhancing the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker (CGT) tool.

Job Description:

• Provide direct support to the Architecture Validation Team within MDA's Chief Architect's Office
• Assist in the development and management of the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker tool, to include reviewing, updating, and organizing gaps and threat
• Develop dashboards and data visualizations within the CGT to support reporting, analysis, and architecture decision-making
• Work closely with other MDA organizations to help them understand and leverage the CGT while gaining insight into elements that make up the missile defense system
• Engage with cross-functional teams and Capability Gap Tracker users to identify reporting needs and deliver data-driven solutions that improve decision support capabilities

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) field
• 3+ years of experience supporting missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD programs/projects
• Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
• Experience working with and analyzing large data sets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
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Desired Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Working knowledge of Missile Defense Systems (MDS) components, architectures, concepts, and threats, with demonstrated understanding through analysis activities
• Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools such as QlikSense, Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms
• Working knowledge of Systems Engineering processes including Model-Based Systems Engineering and Digital Engineering strategies
• Experience with Digital Engineering tools and platforms such as Cameo, Palantir, or similar technologies

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (7 ITAR8) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (7 EAR8). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A 7 U.S. person8 according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR 7 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: .

Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.