Appcast

Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer

Appcast$103K — $181K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field
  • 3+ years in missile defense or complex DoD programs
  • Active Secret clearance with potential for TS/SCI
  • Experience with large data set analysis
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

  • Support Architecture Validation Team at MDA
  • Enhance QlikSense Capability Gap Tracker tool
  • Develop dashboards and visualizations for analysis
  • Collaborate with MDA organizations on CGT usage
  • Engage with teams to identify reporting needs

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedules
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life insurance and holiday pay
Full Job Description

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to Support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Architecture Validation team as a Missile Defense System Architecture Assessment Engineer by developing and enhancing the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker tool.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • 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 (CGT) tool, to include reviewing, updating, and organizing gaps and threats

  • Develop dashboards and data visualizations within the Capability Gap Tracker 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

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related 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


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • 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

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

About Appcast

Appcast is a global leader in programmatic recruitment advertising technology. More than just a job board, Appcast?s programmatic recruitment advertising exchange connects employers and job seekers through real-time bidding and automatic job ad optimization. Appcast?s proprietary technology and advanced data analysis tools enable employers to source and hire top talent quickly, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Appcast is headquartered in Lebanon, New Hampshire, with offices in Boston, New York City, San Francisco, London, Manchester, and Budapest.
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2014

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