Senior Signature/Data Analyst (MDA)

MDR is looking for an amazing Senior ​Signature/Data Analyst to join our team! In this role you will support MDA Targets and Countermeasures program in solid fuel debris model development and validation, pre and post-flight trajectory analysis, and on-site mission support.

Job Description (What You'll Be Doing)

• Support the development, integration, analysis, and documentation of target analysis products for pre-mission and post-mission activities for all MDA Flight Tests

• Plan test activities and provide recommendations for team assignments to support mission activities

• Contribute to development of Target Vehicle notional trajectories, flight scenarios, and debris scenes

• Deploy for test missions and develop data analysis products such as Target Best Estimated Trajectory (BET), Target Quick-look Brief, and Target Launch Time within required 24-hour (quick-look) timeframe, ensuring accuracy of data products

• Participate in target development and test planning activities such as Target System Readiness Reviews, Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design Reviews, Target and Test Readiness Reviews, providing analysis and recommendations

• Prepare technical reports and/or briefings on various technical aspects of Flight Test Targets

Required Skills (What Required Skills You Bring)

• Bachelor's degree with 20+ years of experience, or Master's Degree with 12+ years experience.

• Interim Security clearance.

• Experience in a minimum of 2 of the following areas: trajectory/kinematic simulation, EO/IR sensor exploitation, RF sensor exploitation, geodesy.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well alone and with a team

Preferred Skills (Desired but not Required)

• B.S. in Engineering or Physics highly desired

• M.S. in Engineering or Physics

• Active Security Clearance desired.

• Experience working independently and/or leading sub-teams to analyze and resolve problems

• Skilled in use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

• Skilled in use of Matlab, and TAOS software

• Familiar with STK software

• Experience with missiles, targets, missile defense systems or hypersonic weapons

Position Requirements

• Clearance Required

• Interim Secret

• Position Level

• Principal

• FT/PT

• Full Time

• Years Related Work Experience

• 20

• Education Level Required

• 4-yr

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