Lead Missile Defense System Engineer

The MITRE Corporation

$146K — $219K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of relevant experience with a BS in engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field; or 6 years with a Master's; or 3 years with a PhD.
  • Proven expertise in systems engineering, specifically in Command and Control (C2) and ground sensors.
  • Familiarity with large, complex C2 System of Systems.
  • Knowledge of ground and space-based sensor system capabilities.
  • Strong analytical, decision-making, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication skills for conveying complex concepts to executive-level stakeholders.
  • Active Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance, with ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver missile defense systems engineering subject matter expertise to government programs.
  • Coordinate with MDA and DoW enterprises and industry partners for optimal outcomes.
  • Inform technical development, testing, and integration of data systems and operational concepts.
  • Build partnerships and facilitate cooperative efforts across MITRE, Industry, and government.
  • Develop technical reports and presentations on analysis findings and recommendations.
  • Present technical recommendations to government sponsors and stakeholders.
  • Lead technical capabilities development within an integrated product team.

Benefits

  • Hybrid working model requiring 50% on-site presence.
  • Opportunity to work on high-impact missile defense programs.
  • Collaboration with government and industry leaders in defense technology.
  • Engagement in innovative solutions for next-generation defense capabilities.
  • Professional development through partnerships and knowledge-sharing across organizations.
Full Job Description
MITRE N262 department is seeking an experienced engineer and critical thinker with deep technical skills and a demonstrated track record of fostering, promoting, and fielding innovative ideas and solutions. This position will provide systems engineering support to a Missile Defense System Program office to support next generation interoperability and integrated missile defense capability. This is a Lead Systems Engineering step, Huntsville, AL based position; this work location is required to effectively foster relationships and shape the direct work program.

Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Deliver missile defense systems engineering subject matter expertise directly to government programs to understand needs, execute and deliver quality analysis to inform leadership decisions.
  • Stakeholder coordination - Coordinate across MDA and DoW enterprises and industry partners to achieve outcomes benefiting MDA and the DoW enterprise as a whole
  • Inform technical development, test evaluation, and integration of data distribution enterprises, requirements, and concepts of operations
  • Build partnerships and coordinate efforts across MITRE, Industry, and government sponsor programs
  • Develop technical reports and presentations on analysis results, options, and recommendations
  • Present technical recommendations to government sponsors and stakeholders
  • Lead technical capability developments within an integrated product team


Basic Qualifications:
  • Typically requires a minimum of 8 years' of experience in relevant domain with a BS engineering, physics, mathematics or related field; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years' experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience.
  • Demonstrated systems engineering experience, including Command and Control (C2) and/or ground sensors
  • Understanding of large, complex C2 System of Systems
  • Understanding of ground and space-based sensor system capabilities
  • Analytical, decision-making, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to clearly communicate complex ideas to executive-level stakeholders
  • Must have an active Secret U.S Government issued Security Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government issued Security Clearance. Per the U.S. Government's eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance.
  • This position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site presence.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Interface and interoperability development experience
  • Analysis and assessment experience
  • MS or higher degree, and 6 years of relevant work experience
  • Depth of knowledge of Missile Defense systems
  • Experience in requirements development and verification


This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):
Secret

This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):
Top Secret/SCI

Salary compensation range and midpoint:
$146,400 - $183,000 - $219,600 Annual

Work Location Type:
Hybrid

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