Valkyrie Enterprises
Threat Systems Analyst
Valkyrie Enterprises, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Threat Systems Analyst
Contingent upon prime contractor approval.
Purpose:Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate need for a
Threat Systems Analyst
in Colorado Springs, CO. In this role you will get to provide threat signature development and modeling support to the Threat Modeling Center (TMC).Job Description:
Coordinate with internal MDA and external stakeholders to determine threat needs for Integrated Master Test Plan events.Coordinate with MDA/DEI and the Intel Production Centers to obtain intelligence assessments and reference data necessary to define and build threat models consisting of kinematic, RF, and IR models.Evaluate intelligence data and to provide technical reviews of associated Threat Model Requirements Documents produced by the prime contractor. Articulate change recommendations.Provide verification and validation recommendation of prime contractor produced kinematic, RF, and IR models. Articulate change recommendations.Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and the prime contractor in the development of event verification and validation documentation which compares all threat models to the latest intelligence assessments. Articulate change recommendations.Ability to recognize and understand shortfalls in threat data generation capability and how advances in technology can be used to improve threat representation, particularly in areas of ablation and radio frequency / electro optical / infrared signatures.Work the MDA Core Truth Models team to identify and evaluate software applications to support the emerging threat signature requirements.Work with other members of the MDA team to integrate efforts and meet M&S program objectives for MDA events and real world activities.Support TMC M&S threat software/tool development in support of integrated threat production capability (kinematic and signature threat data generation).Represent the government and interface with contractors at technical interchanges. Assist other MDA organizations, the Intelligence Community, and warfighters to articulate threat data needs.Investigate and recommend innovative technical approaches and process improvements to improve quality of the delivered threat products and to reduce schedule risk.Qualifications
Must have Master's degree and 12+ years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree and 20+ years of relevant experienceMust be able to work independently and/or leads teams to analyze and resolve problems.Must have the capability to develop and clearly present reports and presentations to senior management-level personnel.Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, TEAMS)Must be a pro-active, self-starter.Must have creative thinking, problem solving, analytical thinking.Must have the ability to work with a diverse team of engineers with different perspectives and objectives.Desired Qualifications
Understanding of kinematics, radar cross section or infrared data and software that supports the production of threat stimulus data, preferred.Strong communication skills to include oral, written and briefing, preferred.Works independently, applying engineering rigor to analyze and resolve problems within a fast-paced, dynamic environment, preferred.Ability to self-manage and initiate within team structure, preferred.Ability to work across organizational boundaries, preferred.Ability to present complex information and concepts to Leaders at various levels, preferred.Working knowledge of MDA Systems Engineering processes and procedures, preferred.Working knowledge of Missile Defense System (MDS) architecture and concepts, preferred.Security Requirements:
Must have an Active DoD Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI clearanceTravel Requirements:
Less than 10%If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id )Physical Requirements:
Must be able to work in an office environmentRemaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods, moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another, communicating with others to exchange information, repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers, light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds
Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie's commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.
Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Contingent upon prime contractor approval.
Purpose:Valkyrie Enterprises has an immediate need for a
Threat Systems Analyst
in Colorado Springs, CO. In this role you will get to provide threat signature development and modeling support to the Threat Modeling Center (TMC).Job Description:
Coordinate with internal MDA and external stakeholders to determine threat needs for Integrated Master Test Plan events.Coordinate with MDA/DEI and the Intel Production Centers to obtain intelligence assessments and reference data necessary to define and build threat models consisting of kinematic, RF, and IR models.Evaluate intelligence data and to provide technical reviews of associated Threat Model Requirements Documents produced by the prime contractor. Articulate change recommendations.Provide verification and validation recommendation of prime contractor produced kinematic, RF, and IR models. Articulate change recommendations.Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders and the prime contractor in the development of event verification and validation documentation which compares all threat models to the latest intelligence assessments. Articulate change recommendations.Ability to recognize and understand shortfalls in threat data generation capability and how advances in technology can be used to improve threat representation, particularly in areas of ablation and radio frequency / electro optical / infrared signatures.Work the MDA Core Truth Models team to identify and evaluate software applications to support the emerging threat signature requirements.Work with other members of the MDA team to integrate efforts and meet M&S program objectives for MDA events and real world activities.Support TMC M&S threat software/tool development in support of integrated threat production capability (kinematic and signature threat data generation).Represent the government and interface with contractors at technical interchanges. Assist other MDA organizations, the Intelligence Community, and warfighters to articulate threat data needs.Investigate and recommend innovative technical approaches and process improvements to improve quality of the delivered threat products and to reduce schedule risk.Qualifications
Must have Master's degree and 12+ years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree and 20+ years of relevant experienceMust be able to work independently and/or leads teams to analyze and resolve problems.Must have the capability to develop and clearly present reports and presentations to senior management-level personnel.Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, TEAMS)Must be a pro-active, self-starter.Must have creative thinking, problem solving, analytical thinking.Must have the ability to work with a diverse team of engineers with different perspectives and objectives.Desired Qualifications
Understanding of kinematics, radar cross section or infrared data and software that supports the production of threat stimulus data, preferred.Strong communication skills to include oral, written and briefing, preferred.Works independently, applying engineering rigor to analyze and resolve problems within a fast-paced, dynamic environment, preferred.Ability to self-manage and initiate within team structure, preferred.Ability to work across organizational boundaries, preferred.Ability to present complex information and concepts to Leaders at various levels, preferred.Working knowledge of MDA Systems Engineering processes and procedures, preferred.Working knowledge of Missile Defense System (MDS) architecture and concepts, preferred.Security Requirements:
Must have an Active DoD Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI clearanceTravel Requirements:
Less than 10%If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id )Physical Requirements:
Must be able to work in an office environmentRemaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods, moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another, communicating with others to exchange information, repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers, light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds
Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie's commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.
Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).