Senior Systems Engineer/Analyst (Missile Systems)

Are you a Senior Engineer / Analyst with demonstrated experience in supporting DoD MDAP missile system acquisition programs, developmental test and evaluation programs, and systems analysis? Then we have a great opportunity for you to support the Undersecretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (R&E)'s Developmental Test, Evaluation, and Assessments (DTE&A) office.

As a Senior DTE&A Engineer/Analyst (Missile Systems) you will:

• Conduct analysis of emerging DoDand MDA missile system programs using modern digital engineering tools and reviewing historical performance of related programs, technologies, and activities.
• Evaluate the acquisition and technology risks of missile-systems programs and supporting development; secure cutting-edge technology and engineering capabilities to facilitate modernization efforts across DoD.
• Analyze and evaluate acquisitions programs to support timely delivery of key warfighting capabilities.
• Work with a team of driven, supportive and highly skilled professionals; work closely with senior government decision makers and managers and stay in sync with DoD priorities.
• Manage your efforts within a mixed virtual-, in-person work center.
• Leverage your recent program and technical experience to provide developmental test andsystems engineering analytical support to the government in conducting analyses of missile system acquisition programs including Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) programs.

A week in the life of a Sr. DTE&A Engineer/Analyst:

• Conduct analysis of emerging DoD and MDA missile system programs using modern digital engineering tools and reviewing historical performance of related programs, technologies, and activities.
• Evaluate the acquisition and technology risks of missile-systems programs and supporting development; secure cutting-edge technology and engineering capabilities to facilitate modernization efforts across DoD.
• Analyze and evaluate acquisitions programs to support timely delivery of key warfighting capabilities to DoD. Integrate analysis of digital engineering artifacts into the assessments.
• Provide Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) and Systems Engineering support to the government on advanced missile systems and related technology. Extreme focus on hypervelocity capability.
• Provide assessments and risk evaluations to OUSD(R&E), Milestone Decision Authorities, Services, Agencies, and PEOs.
• Review and assess Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMPs), developmental test plans, System Engineering Plans (SEPs), Lifecycle Sustainment Plan (LCSPs), Acquisition Decision Memoranda (ADMs), Acquisition Baselines and Strategies, and other milestone decision documents.
• Evaluate test results, schedules, resources, and technological risks for program reviews.
• Provide working-level integrated product teams (WIPTs) Test and Evaluation and systems engineering support. Support Independent Technical Risk Assessments (ITRA). Travel as required to collaborate with stakeholders and programs.
• Develop papers, reports, and briefings targeted to senior OSD decision makers.
• Assess and provide recommendations on DT&E policy.

• Master of Science degree, plus 10 years of experience; or a Bachelor of Science Degree and 14 years of experience.
• Experience must be in the DoD MDAP program acquisition process, test and evaluation, systems engineering, and systems analysis, related discipline, and/or military/DoD civilian areas.
• Top Secret Clearance, SCI Eligible
• Subject matter expert in test and evaluation of DoD Missile Defense MDAP programs and MDA programs, software development and testing, and T&E policy.
• Experience with the DoD acquisition system and MDAP programs' developmental testing, cyber testing, and test planning.
• Ability to quickly draft technical issue papers, staff summaries, memoranda, and briefings, including translating program technical issues into executive-level terms for senior decision makers and government staff assistants.
• Ability to prepare and present evaluation and assessment of test results to senior decision makers.
• Experience with Service and OSD-level operating practices, Joint Staff, Navy Staff, program office relationships and T&E execution organizations; knowledge of the functions and practices of the OSD organization and its responsibility for oversight of major defense acquisition programs.
• Experience with digital engineering tools and processes such as CAMEO.
• Excellent command and proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

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AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $125k-$175k. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance.