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Problem Solving Python Matlab Jira Data Analysis Research Programming Confluence Agile Mathematics

Job Specifications

Job Description Job Description
deciBel Research has an immediate opening for a Staff Systems Engineer in Huntsville, AL.
Position Description:
deciBel Research seeks a Staff Systems Engineer in support of the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA's) Ground-Based Mid-course Defense (GMD) program.
This Staff Systems Engineer position will perform most typical Agile Product Owner responsibilities for the GMD Weapon System (GWS) GMD Fire Control (GFC) Threat State Algorithms and Analysis team, ensuring that features and related sprint stories contain the appropriate closure criteria and meet those criteria prior to be closed. To fulfill this role, the candidate will lead and perform technical tasks to support the development and evaluation of algorithm candidates addressing new capabilities. This analysis will help ensure algorithmic design has been properly evaluated prior to implementation.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 8+ years of related experience (6+ years with a Master's degree; 4+ years with a PhD).
Experience Requirements:
Recent experience in one or more of the following areas: data analysis, performance analysis, or physics/mathematics -based algorithm development
General understanding of any, or all, of the following algorithm domains: track processing, track reporting, discrimination, propagation, and 6d covariance propagation/prediction
High proficiency in technical problem solving and integrating solutions into a larger system
Knowledge of MATLAB, Python or similar engineering tools used in prototyping algorithms
Experience reading and understanding the Ada programming language
Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical personnel
Excellent interpersonal skills
Extensive background in Ballistic Missile Defense, midcourse missile defense, battle management, threat state processing, weapon target assignment
Ability to acquire and maintain a TS level clearance
Special Skills Desired:
Recent experience applying advanced mathematical concepts (Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Probability/Statistics) to complex problems and solutions
Recent and extensive experience developing analysis tools in MATLAB and PYTHON
High comfort level with the Ada programming language
Successful performance of root cause analysis of large complex software systems
High Comfort level using the Atlassian toolset (Jira/Confluence)
Applicant selected must have an active Secret security clearance. Must be a U.S. Citizen.Job Posted by ApplicantPro

About the Company

deciBel Research was founded in 2002 on the principles of radar system and sensor technologies research, development, integration, and advancement. Our core competencies include modeling and simulation analysis; sensor and system test and evaluation; algorithm development; intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance; and sensor and system engineering. We have proven capabilities to manage and execute large contracts, while remaining flexible and responsive as a small business. deciBel Research is headquartered in Huntsvil... Know more