LAD Integration Engineer

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented LAD Integration Engineer to join our team! In this role, the successful candidate will provide direct technical guidance and support to the Next Generation Missile Defense Site Integration Lead.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide engineering (e.g., design, siting, advance planning and studies, site development, etc.) technical guidance to the Integration Office Site Integration Lead.
• Ensure effective coordination/collaboration with the Customer, other external Stakeholders, and NGMD Civil Works (CW) Office through Integrated Product Team (IPT) and Working Group (WG) active participation.
• Collaborate with Electromagnetic Spectrum Management and Air Space managers and Subject Matter Experts.
• Assist the Integration Office Leadership Team with managing technical aspects of all assigned weapon system design and integration activities.
• Coordinate with multiple external agencies, internal stakeholders, and Prime Contractors at the senior/executive level.
• Identify weapon system design, development, integration, test, and fielding gaps and deficiencies and provide sound mitigation options supporting cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
• Actively participate in planned and ad hoc program reviews, design reviews, integration deep-dives, and other technical interchange meetings.
• Develop and present reports and presentations to senior/executive level leadership.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Active Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or an equivalent technical or scientific discipline related to the area of specialty, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, certifications, and experience demonstrating the required competencies.
• Candidates must possess at least 10 years of directly related professional experience.
• Advanced degree may be preferred at this level
• Working knowledge of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS).
• Demonstrated knowledge of interceptor and/or ground sensor fielding requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to function across organizational boundaries.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a fast-paced office environment consisting of Government, Military, Prime Contractors, Support Contractors, and other Subject Matter Experts.
• Understanding of MDS integration plans (current/future sensors, current/future interceptors, current/future network architecture, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience with system engineering and integration processes.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft 365 products (i.e., Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• MS Degree (STEM) with 12+ years supporting missile defense-related or other large, complex Department of War system-of-systems programs.
• Expert level experience with the MDA MDS.
• Expert level experience with interceptor or ground sensor fielding requirements.
• Expert level experience with MDA System Engineering and Integration processes.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance as needed.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.​This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00We 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!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to .