Parsons
defense
PrincipalGNC&TrajectoryAnalyst
“Principal GNC & Trajectory Analyst at Parsons. Skills: GNC, Modeling and Simulation (M&S), missile trajectory analysis, satellite orbital mechanics, MATLAB, Python, C++, TAOS, STK. provide technical and advisory assistance to Targets Program Office by aiding in the refinement and implementation of Target trajectories in support of the agencies flight test events to validate the weapon and system sensors. Support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Directorate for Test (DT) Targets program office wi”
What You'll Achieve.
validate the weapon and system sensors
Industry & Context.
analysis; engineering
Active DoD Secret security clearance, US Citizenship
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree and 20+ years working on missile defense-related or other DoD programs/projects OR a Master's degree and 12+ years working on missile defense-related or other DoD programs/projects, Active DoD Secret security clearance, US Citizenship, understanding of principles of equations of coordinate vehicle guidance, navigation, and etc., Experience with missile trajectory analysis to include working in different coordinate frames, endo- and exo-atmospheric behaviors, and identifying key trajectory parameters, Knowledge of satellite orbital mechanics, ephemeris, orbit propagation, perturbations, determination, and maneuver planning, Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, Java, C#, and other programming languages, Skilled in use of modeling and simulation tools (e. g. , TAOS, STK), oral and written communication skills, Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Nice to Have
Familiarity with MDA and/or DoD programs and processes, Experience in any or all of the following disciplines: Design, CAD, Trajectory, Radar Cross Section (RCS) Signatures, Optical Signatures, attention to detail and ability to efficiently perform multiple tasks, Ability to communicate detailed technical information to technical and non-technical personnel
What You'll Do.
provide technical and advisory assistance to Targets Program Office by aiding in the refinement and implementation of Target trajectories in support of the agencies flight test events to validate the weapon and system sensors, Support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Directorate for Test (DT) Targets program office with development of missile defense target vehicles, Support the Targets System Engineering team in all aspects of target design, analysis, and test to include requirements development and assessment, modeling and simulation, test analysis and reporting, Utilize knowledge, skills and experience with missile characteristics (physical, kinematics, signatures) and engineering to support engineering activities and data product development, Generate and analyze target vehicle 6-DoF and 3-DoF trajectory data using industry standard (e.
, TAOS) and in-house developed (e.
, MATLAB, Python, C++) tools, Support flight test analysis and reporting to include analyzing vehicle onboard instrumentation data and generating trajectory reconstruction.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with a dynamic team of experts in multiple technical areas to develop analysis and engineering tools
Communication Scope
oral and written communication skills; Ability to communicate detailed technical information to technical and non-technical personnel
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