System Architecture Engineer to support the
Missile Defense Agency (MDA). This position is located in Huntsville, AL.
Job Responsibilities/Duties:- 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.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Experience:- Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field and 3+ years of experience supporting missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD programs/projects.
- Experience working with and analyzing large data sets.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and have the ability to obtain/maintain a DoW security clearance.
- Must be able to travel up to 15% of the time.
Preferred Qualifications:- 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.
