MDA System Test Support SME

Auria is looking to hire a Principal System Engineer- Test Support SME to join our Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program. The primary work location is in Colorado Springs, CO at Schriever Space Force Base.

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, to see the battle develop collectively, and to dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapons systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports a layered missile defense capability that enables an optimized response to threats of all ranges in all phases of flight. C2BMC is the force multiplier that globally and regionally networks integrate, synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations to optimize performance. C2BMC is integral to all system ground and flight tests, which verify and exercise all current and future missile defense system capabilities.

Support test and analysis activities of the Missile Defense National Team for C2BMC Architecture and System Engineering Global. Will work with a multi-contractor team in the development and execution of a comprehensive test and analysis program supporting a capability-based acquisition of the C2BMC Element of the BMDS.

Essential Functions:

• Plan and implement testing of C2BMC and related BMDS software and hardware components and perform post-test data analysis and reporting in a group environment the validation and verification of C2BMC interface and system level requirements
• Prepare test objectives and architectures and support writing of test and analysis plans/procedures, develop and validate post-test analysis tools, perform detailed post-test data analysis, prepare test reports, and brief test results to all levels of contractor and government management
• Must have experience with DoD test methodologies and terminologies and Missile Defense Agency elements or components and associated test tools
• Must have experience participating in system test events, exercises and/or wargames
• Must be able to independently and cooperatively develop test objectives, concepts, architectures in the context of the BMDS system, and write and execute test plans and procedures, develop and validate customized analysis tools, and coordinate post-test analysis on a broad level across the National Teams and MDA
• Experience with common Data Analysis techniques
• Must be able to work effectively and cooperatively with people within and external to the program

Basic Qualifications:

Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume if applicable.

• Current/active in-scope DoD issued TOP SECRET security clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience
• or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of experience,
• or a PhD and 4 years of experience,
• or 12 years of related experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.
• Understanding of DoD and missile defense command and control, battle management, architectures and communications system concepts, mission, and common system test and data analysis techniques
• Experience in developing test objectives and related data analysis plans and procedures, developing and validating system test analysis tools, and preparing and presenting system test analysis results
• Ability to technically and clearly communicate these concepts across a broad spectrum of audiences, including high level MDA, DoD and National Team staffs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Missile Defense Systems is highly desired
• Experience with operational systems is highly desired:
• Aegis
• Patriot
• Experience with Developmental systems is highly desired:
• GMD
• THAAD
• Message formats (e.g., TADIL-J, VMF)
• Operational sites (e.g., STRATCOM)
• Off-the-shelf statistical analysis packages (e.g., MATLAB or S+)
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs

Salary Range:The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level ($124,000 - $137,000).

About Auria

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO and with operations in Boulder, CO, Washington, DC, Huntsville, AL, Albuquerque, NM, Ogden, UT, and San Diego, CA, our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers’ superiority in Space. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision.

When you join Auria as a full-time employee, you get many benefits which include:

• Generous PTO package with yearly tenure increases
• Flex time policy providing you the flexibility needed
• 11 Company-Paid Holidays per year
• Up to 4% match on 401(k) employee contributions, employer and employee contributions immediately vested
• Tuition and Certification Fee Assistance
• Low-cost medical plans that include company-sponsored HSA
• No-cost life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And much more!

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.