Basic Test Analyst

Overview

Basic Test Analyst

Location: Huntsville, Alabama

Job Status: Full Time

Clearance: Secret

Astrion is seeking a basic Test Support analyst to provide programmatic, technical, and analytical support to the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Test Directorate. At Astrion, we are at the forefront of new missile defense technologies and engaged with MDA's rigorous operational and developmental flight, ground and cyber testing. This exciting, rewarding work helps guarantee the security of the United States and our Allies. Join a professional team of highly qualified engineers, analysts, scientists, and technicians supporting the research, development, testing and evaluation of the missile defense system whose purpose is to detect, track, engage and destroy adversary missiles.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• BA/BS degree in a related field; 5 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for the BA/BS degree requirement
• Must have, or be able to obtain, a Secret security clearance
• Education and/or work experience must demonstrate the ability to learn and understand the operations of the highly complex Missile Defense System (MDS), coordinate the activities of multiple diverse MDS elements and interact in a positive manner on a daily basis with the customer
• Able to coordinate and communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of MDA elements and non-MDA stakeholders to integrate capabilities and requirements into increasingly complex test event configurations
• Able to organize and oversee multiple, concurrent team activities featuring dynamic requirements, aggressive schedules, and multiple stakeholder interfaces to resolve test event issues and challenges
• Must be a self-starter, able to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate the ability to work with diverse groups and focus their efforts to achieve a common goal
• Display excellent interpersonal, written communication and presentation skills
• Ability to perform activities and team coordination to ensure all event requirements and objectives are met
• Ability to travel both domestic and internationally

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Knowledge of the Missile Defense System capability
• Experience with the MDA organization and testing

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Test Analyst will directly support the Missile Defense Agency Directorate for Test in all aspects of Missile Defense System (MDS) test planning and execution.
• Support all phases of test planning, training, and execution of Tier 1/2/3 test environments in accordance with current Concept of Operations (CONOPS)
• Perform programmatic analyst review for test activities, pre- and post-events, and support panel reviews
• Test Events are typically classified at a Secret or higher level, and involve both Hardware-in-the-Loop laboratories and operational MDS assets located at multiple geographic sites worldwide
• Responsibilities range from coordinating and leading weekly test event planning meetings to developing high-level briefings / presentations for senior leaders, Combatant Command (CCMD) teams, international allies, event visitors, participants, and observers
• Provide inputs for multiple briefings and status meetings for the program and/or mission event

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