Missile Defense Systems Analyst
Core
Provides technical and operational analysis for Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) systems, command and control architectures, and communications networks to assess system performance and support operational decision-making.
Role type
Senior IC systems analyst (missile defense)
Builds
Operational decision support for U.S. Army air and missile defense missions
Domain
Defense / Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD)
Deliverable
production ML models | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
Systems analysis, Test and evaluation, Communications systems analysis, Data analysis, Root cause investigation, Interface Control Document (ICD) compliance analysis, Statistical analysis, Technical reporting, Mission reconstruction, Network performance analysis
Preferred skills
Experience with IBCS, Patriot, THAAD, Aegis, or similar IAMD systems, Python, MATLAB, SQL, Linux environments, Sensor-to-shooter architecture knowledge, RF communications analysis
Technologies
Python, MATLAB, Linux, SQL, IBCS, Patriot, THAAD, Sentinel, Aegis
Responsibilities
Analyze uplink/downlink message traffic, telemetry, and system logs to assess weapon system and network performance; Evaluate message flow across missile defense architectures to verify data transmission and processing; Perform detailed analysis of communications protocols and ICD requirements to identify anomalies; Analyze test event data and post-mission logs to characterize system behavior and determine root causes; Assess end-to-end interactions among C2 systems, networks, sensors, and weapon systems; Develop technical reports, analytical products, and decision-support materials for government stakeholders.
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior, hands-on IC
