Summary Senior Systems Engineer Redstone Arsenal, AL Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer’s core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level! Venturi, LLC A Chenega Company has an exciting career opportunity for a Senior Systems Engineer who will work on the TEAMS Next Missile Defense Systems Engineering contract supporting Missile Defense Agency. This individual will support the Missile Defense Agency Targets and Countermeasures (MDA/TC) Program Office. Duties will include supporting target programs throughout the development life-cycle in identifying, analyzing, planning, and directing implementation of resolution/mitigation initiatives for programmatic issues bearing on timely and efficient execution of the program and/or which affect the acquisition of targets and launch vehicles required for Missile Defense System testing and support to other agencies. Duties will include performing engineering analysis and developing technical assessments for target systems, including proposed or requested changes, deviations and waivers to guidance, technical and performance specifications, and procedures to support decisions affecting acquisition and/or mission execution. Responsibilities Work in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment providing technical expertise to assist the Government in the oversight of program acquisition and development activities Serve as point of contact for: document reviews, Objective Evidence verification, Entrance and Exit Criteria tailoring for major milestone reviews, status of target systems, process questions, and working groups and boards Work with MDA/TC Program Chief Engineers (CE), Chief Product Engineers (CPE) and other propulsion systems team members Develop executive briefings, analysis, and summaries a needed to support program management, risk management, and other tasks as directed by the customer Provide “boots on the ground” test and integration assessments of target buildup and report daily to Government Customer and provide Government Customer with hardware closeout recommendations, coordination, and updated hardware status Provide engineering review of other Long Range Targets Office (TCI) program hardware changes and provide an Engineering assessment of objective evidence products for forthcoming Design Review Work with Chief Engineers, Program Managers and Product Engineers and Managers to support major Engineering, Technical and Test Reviews while supporting appropriate target and propulsion system technical boards Maintain configuration control of briefings, white papers, analysis, and program documents Identify, analyze, and direct implementation of resolution/mitigation initiatives for programmatic issues bearing on timely and efficient execution of the program Identify risks, factors and issues that could affect program execution from a cost, performance, schedule, or political perspective. Develop and coordinate mitigation and resolution plans with internal MDA and external stakeholders, in accordance with MDA and MDA/TC Risk Management guidance / policies Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Required: Masters in STEM field (e.g., physics, engineering, math, etc.) with 12+ years working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program / project OR Bachelor’s in STEM field with 20+ years working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program / project Familiarity with MDA and/or DoD programs and processes Must be a US Citizen and have/be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance Demonstrated ability to review copious amounts of engineering and other technical information, summarize and synthesize the key points to provide technical recommendations. Experience analyzing missile / rocket program hardware changes and providing an engineering-based assessment of the effects of changes on the systems; and potential technical, cost and schedule effects on program of record Desired: Knowledge of engineering and propulsions systems principles Experience with US Department of Defense weapon systems design, systems engineering, development, testing, system integration, fielding, and operations Highly proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint to include chart creation, use of multiple templates, image manipulation, and drawing objects; proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word Organized; self-starter; good time management; ability to work independently and in multiple teams; adaptable; detail-oriented; good proof-reading skills Experience as a Department of Defense civilian or government contractor Experience in development and planning of alternate courses of action Experience with Missile Defense Agency Targets and Countermeasures Experience in proper marking of Classified and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Knowledge of basic statistics Public speaking/presentation skills Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work independently, as a team member, or leading teams/tasks, applying engineering rigor to solve engineering/scientific problems. In-depth practical and theoretical technical/engineering knowledge. Working knowledge of missile defense system components and mission. Familiarity with DOD and MDA processes and procedures. Ability to work in a high-paced environment while coordinating with multiple organizations and leadership. Proficient with Microsoft software applications. Ability to execute and complete tasks with no supervision. Ability to travel 20-25% to CONUS and OCONUS locations. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required How you’ll grow At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers. Benefits At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits. Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you. Chenega MIOS’s culture Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives. Corporate citizenship Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities. Learn more about Chenega’s impact on the world. Chenega MIOS News- https://chenegamios.com/news/ Tips from your Talent Acquisition Team We want job seekers exploring opportunities at Chenega MIOS to feel prepared and confident. To help you with your research, we suggest you review the following links: Chenega MIOS web site - www.chenegamios.com Glassdoor - https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Chenega-MIOS-EI_IE369514.11,23.htm LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/1472684/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chenegamios/ #Venturi, LLC