Senior GMD Systems Engineer - nou Systems, Inc.
Huntsville, AL 35801
About the Job
nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is seeking to hire a Senior Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Systems Engineer in Huntsville, ALto provide support to our Engineering Services Team within our rapidly growing technology company, with multiple locations, operating in the missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control marketspaces. The customer for these positions is MDA Ground-based Weapon Systems (MDA/GM), known for developing, delivering, and sustaining our nations homeland defense capability against Long Range Ballistic Missiles (LRBM).
Heres what youll be doing:
You will be providing expertise regarding GM Modeling & Simulation (M&S) and analysis efforts. Duties include anticipating and discovering issues with resources, personnel, and plans; informing GM Systems Engineering leadership of expected or emerging issues; and collaborating with other GM core team leads to ensure issues are tracked across GM and dispositioned for resolution.
You will also support GM Future Planning efforts, including: tracking GM Capabilities and Limitations; performing requirements-based threat analysis in support of recommendations for needed GM capability deliveries; leading the Future Architecture Tiger Team; supporting development of digital engineering process for concept systems engineering; and developing the annual GM Future Architecture briefing for delivery to the MDA Chief Architect.
Finally, you will be responsible for keeping the GM Phased Implementation Plan up to date with any changes flowed down in Agency PIP updates and communicating development impacts to GM leadership.
Heres what youll need:
You must have a Master of Science degree in a STEM field at minimum. Also, were looking for someone with 12 or more years full-time professional experience in areas such as: missile defense-related or other DoD program/projects. For an otherwise exceptionally qualified individual lacking a Masters degree, a Bachelors degree with 20 years of experience may be acceptable but only if approved via waiver by the MDA customer.
Additionally, you must possess or be able to acquire an active SECRET Security Clearance. Lacking any one of these disqualifies you from this job.
Other qualifications we hope you bring to the table:
- Familiarity with one or more of the following:
- Expertise with GMD hardware and/or software
- Understanding of GMD performance, interoperability, and dependencies on other missile defense elements.
- Systems Engineering as a practice, along with specific knowledge of MDA engineering, requirements, test, and evaluation processes, documents, and organizational responsibilities.
- MDA Ground and/or Flight Test Planning and/or Execution
- Risk Management and Configuration Control
- Proficiency in written and oral communication skills to independently develop technical white papers, briefings, etc., as required by the customer to communicate complex technical issues
- Capability to utilize, adapt, and develop analytical tools, techniques, and processes for technical and/or administrative support activities
- Teamwork-centered mentality, willingness to assist with solving complex problems
Who is nou (pronounced new) Systems?
nou Systems, Inc. (or nSI for short) is a rapidly growing technology company that cares about its people located all over the globe. Our people are passionate about missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and all-things space and space-market related. We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high-tech company.
Benefits of working at nSI
nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment.
Other specific benefits include:
- Competitive Wages*
- Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
- Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
- Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Optional Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- Personal Time Off, Annual Leave, and Paid Federal Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
- Personal Development, Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
- Opportunities for Advancement
- Skills Development & Certifications
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
- If you work from the corporate office Fully stocked breakrooms!!!
*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidates relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.
nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidates qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.