Modern Technology Solutions

Senior GMD Performance Analysis Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions • $110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active security clearance (SECRET or above) required
  • Bachelor's Degree in STEM with 7+ years relevant experience
  • Experience supporting MDA GMD Programs
  • Proficiency in MATLAB for model development and data analysis
  • Advanced proficiency in Python with scientific computing libraries
  • Experience evaluating missile defense engagement performance
  • Strong understanding of statistical analysis and simulation-based performance assessment
  • Excellent communication skills for presenting technical analyses

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain analysis tools in MATLAB, Python, and C++
  • Execute and analyze modeling and simulation environments for interceptor performance
  • Perform quick-response analysis for In-Flight Interceptor Communication System
  • Conduct interceptor performance analysis to identify trends and limitations
  • Support development of future analysis capabilities and methodologies
  • Analyze simulation results to assess system performance
  • Deliver technical briefings to communicate findings to stakeholders
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to address analysis needs

Benefits

  • Collaborative team environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Engagement with cutting-edge missile defense technologies
  • Support for work-life balance
  • Involvement in high-impact defense projects
Full Job Description
MTSI is looking for an experienced, team-oriented Senior GMD Performance Analysis Engineer to join our Huntsville, AL team. In this role you will support the analysis and assessment of Ground-based Missile Defense (GMD) systems in support of Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The successful candidate will perform mission and system performance analyses to evaluate weapon system effectiveness, engagement performance, and operational capability across a range of threat scenarios. This role requires expertise in MATLAB and Python and the ability to develop analytical tools, interpret complex simulation results, and communicate technical findings to engineering team, program leadership, and government stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain MATLAB, Python, and C++ analysis tools to support medium-fidelity modeling, simulation, and performance assessments of the Ground-Based Interceptor (GBI) and Next Generation Interceptor (NGI).
  • Develop, execute, and analyze modeling and simulation (M&S) environments to evaluate interceptor performance across a variety of engagement scenarios and mission conditions.
  • Perform quick-response analysis in support of the In-Flight Interceptor Communication System Data Terminal (IDT), including kinematic battlespace assessments and other time-sensitive technical analyses.
  • Conduct interceptor performance analysis to evaluate system capabilities, identify performance trends and limitations, and support technical assessments and decision-making.
  • Support the development and enhancement of future interceptor analysis capabilities, methodologies, models, simulations, and analytical tools.
  • Analyze and interpret simulation results to assess system performance and provide technically sound conclusions and recommendations.
  • Develop and deliver technical briefings to communicate analysis methodologies, assumptions, results, and conclusions to engineering teams, program leadership, and government stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to address emerging analysis needs and support current and future missile defense capabilities


Required Qualifications
  • Active security clearance (SECRET or above) is required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in STEM with 7+ years relevant experience
  • Demonstrated experience supporting MDA GMD Programs
  • Proficiency in MATLAB, including model development, data analysis, and visualization
  • Advances Proficiency with Python, including scientific computing libraries such as NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib
  • Experience evaluating missile defense (MD) engagement performance, interceptor effectiveness, mission performance, or system operational capability
  • Strong understanding of statistical analysis, numerical methods, optimization techniques, and simulation-based performance assessment
  • Experience interpreting simulation outputs and translating analytical findings into actionable engineering recommendations
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting technical analyses to government customers and senior leadership.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting MDA Element or System-level performance assessments
  • Radar analysis experience
  • Strong analytical background
  • Self-starting technical problem solver
  • Experience integrating AI/MIL into analytical processes


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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.
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