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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Radar Modeling & Simulation Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to utilize strong critical thinking and problem solving skills and will interface
verbally and in writing with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Subject Matter Experts (SME) and Prime Contractor.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide Modeling and Simulation Engineering support for the development of a ground based, Missile Defense radar

• Develop requisite materials and support the Modeling and Simulation Engineering IPT. Materials include system design and development efforts, test planning, test support, data analyses and reporting

• Support the Modeling and Simulation system accreditation 

• Maintain Modeling and Simulation baseline configuration that aligns with the tactical system configuration build plans and identify Modeling and Simulation capabilities and limitations 

• Address technical issues, ensure contractor requirements are met, and resolve engineering issues across multiple projects, programs and MDA directorates

• Analyze complex data, arrive at logical conclusions, and make recommendations

• Develop and review technical memorandums, white papers, and briefings supporting findings and conclusions of analyses

• Coordinate with leadership and the contractor team on Modeling and Simulation data rights issues

• Deliver briefings on product plans and results to the Modeling and Simulation team, Test communities, and Leadership

• Develop and present technical briefings and reports to Senior Leadership

• Effectively communicate both orally and in writing

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• 7+ years working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project

• BS in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math

• Knowledge and application of phased array radar theory, function, and design

• Secret Clearance or higher required

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• 3+ years experience with Radar Modeling and Simulation Frameworks

• Experience with Modeling and Simulation verification and validation

• Works independently, applying engineering rigor to analyze and resolve problems within a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Experience with Program Management

• Experience implementing systems engineering "V" processes

• Ability to self-manage and initiate within team structure

• Ability to work across organizational boundaries

• Ability presenting complex information and concepts to Leaders at various levels

• Proficient with Microsoft Office® applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Working knowledge of MDA Change Management Process

• Working knowledge of MDA Systems Engineering processes and procedures

• Working knowledge of MDA organizational structure

• Working knowledge of Missile Defense System (MDS) architecture and concepts

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Secret

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, 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: 

$96,400.00 - $168,700.00

We 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 committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

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!