Job Description

deciBel Research has an immediate opening for an experienced System Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO.

deciBel Research is seeking an experienced System Engineer to work with the Infrared Hard Body (IRHB) Signatures Production team at the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA's) Threat Modeling Center (TMC) as a system engineer. This position is responsible for capturing and documenting requirements as they pertain to the infrared signature representation of a missile as well as developing infrared hard body missile threat models for use in a variety of modeling and simulation tools/frameworks/media.

The successful candidate will:

• Gain experience with threat model phenomenology with focus on IR signatures
• Gain experience with IR signature predictions and simulation models
• Work with the team to ensure completion of data production needs in support of MDA Ground Test Modeling and Simulation
• Work in close coordination with TMC's Software Engineers for support to ensure timely provision of tools needed in ITP production
• Work in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders in the development of IRHB models for new systems and often updates to existing missile systems
• Gain experience in understanding stakeholders' requirements and work with the team to ensure vigilant Verification and Validation (V&V) process of deliverables
• Work with the team to ensure automation and tools improvement are rightfully coordinated – aiming to attain utmost efficiency and meet Leadership objectives
• Work on defined schedule to timely support MDA Ground Test Modeling and Simulation events

This role requires employees to be onsite at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO daily with no option for remote or hybrid work.

Target salary range: $75,000 - $100,000. This target salary represents an estimated range for this position based on experience, degree and other factors.

deciBel Research offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package inclusive of an excellent medical and dental insurance program, 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, tuition and training reimbursement, incentive compensation program (annual bonus), and flexible/telecommuting working schedules. Full-time and part-time deciBel employees will enjoy benefits offered by deciBel Research as soon as they meet eligibility requirements for each particular benefit.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM related discipline

Experience Requirements:

• 2+ years relevant experience with Bachelor's degree or 0+ years with Master's degree
• Experience with technical analysis of modeling and simulation of data sets
• Familiarity with the flight characteristics, motion, and performance of missile systems
• Familiarity with hard body heating of objects and their corresponding signature representation
• Experience with Verification and Validation of modeling and simulation of signatures data
• Experience with scripting/automation languages such as Python, Bash, or MATLAB
• Must have a good understanding of modeling and simulation methods and processes
• Must be familiar with infrared signature concepts and physics behind hard body heating and how they affect infrared intensities
• Must be result-focused, work well within a dynamic team environment, be self-motivated, and be able to produce reliable products and documentation within established deadlines

Special Skills Desired:

• Strong math, physics and/or engineering background is preferred
• Previous experience with analyzing flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and missile performance parameters of ballistic missiles is highly desirable
• Strong background in missile system engineering performance
• Mastery of engineering modeling principles behind body motion, trajectory analysis, counter measures, debris, and signature modeling is a plus
• Background in IR Signatures modeling
• Familiarity with Optical Signatures Code (OSC)
• Experience in Agile software development methodologies including Scrum and Kanban

Applicant selected must have an active Secret security clearance Must be a U.S. Citizen.