Support the MDA Architecture Validation team as an Architecture Assessment Engineer — develop and enhance the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker (CGT) and deliver data-driven decision support across the missile-defense system. On-site at Redstone Arsenal (Huntsville, AL); active Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship required.
Requisition #: TLS-26-042 | Clearance: Active DoD Secret (US citizenship required) | Level: Jr. | Experience: 3+ years | Education: Bachelor's (4-yr) | Work site: Redstone Arsenal – Huntsville, AL (on-site)
What you'll do:
• Provide direct support to the Architecture Validation Team within MDA's Chief Architect's Office
• Assist in the development and management of the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker (CGT) tool — reviewing, updating, and organizing gaps and threats
• Develop dashboards and data visualizations within the CGT to support reporting, analysis, and architecture decision-making
• Work closely with other MDA organizations to help them understand and leverage the CGT while gaining insight into the elements of the missile-defense system
• Engage with cross-functional teams and CGT users to identify reporting needs and deliver data-driven solutions that improve decision support
Required qualifications:
• Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field and 3+ years of experience supporting missile-defense-related or other complex, large DoD programs/projects
• Experience working with and analyzing large data sets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Preferred qualifications:
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Working knowledge of Missile Defense System (MDS) components, architectures, concepts, and threats
• Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools such as QlikSense, Tableau, or Power BI
• Working knowledge of Systems Engineering processes including Model-Based Systems Engineering and Digital Engineering
• Experience with Digital Engineering tools and platforms such as Cameo or Palantir