Parsons

Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer

Parsons • $74K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical/scientific discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience
  • Experience analyzing large data sets
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

  • Support the Architecture Validation Team within MDA's Chief Architect's Office
  • Develop and manage the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker tool
  • Create dashboards and data visualizations for reporting and analysis
  • Collaborate with MDA organizations to enhance understanding of the CGT
  • Engage with cross-functional teams to identify reporting needs and deliver data-driven solutions

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Flexible work schedules
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 support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Architecture Validation team as an 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 threat
  • 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:

  • Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical/scientific discipline degree related to area of specialty and 2+ years of related professional experience
    • NOTE: Newly-hired Master's degree graduates are typically hired into this level.
  • Experience working with and analyzing large data sets
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field and 3+ years of experience supporting missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD programs/projects
  • 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: $74,800.00 - $130,900.00

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 Parsons

Parsons Corporation is a technology-driven engineering services firm with more than 70 years of experience in the engineering, construction, technical, and professional services industries. The corporation is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Learn more about Parsons
Size
15,500 employees
Market Cap
$4.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$98.5 million
Founded
1944
5 Year Trend
+3.8%
Revenue
$3.9 billion
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