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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Lead Systems Engineer to join our team! In this role you will provide coordinated communications integration support to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Chief Engineer and United Arab Emirates (UAE) THAAD Engineering Lead.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Provide systems and interoperability engineering, analysis, and technical guidance regarding the THAAD weapon system with international partners.
- Assist Engineering Lead with managing the technical aspects of all assigned force design work
- Assisting with international Tactical Data Link Architecture, attending data link conferences
- Collaborate and coordinate on force design technical efforts with multiple external agencies and stakeholders
- Identify deficiencies and shortcomings in planned or ongoing design reviews and provide options for fixing them
- Document and communicate interim and final technical findings and results in a clear manner that is understandable to senior-level decision makers
- Actively participate in regular and ad hoc force design meetings and technical exchanges
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Active Secret clearance
- Master's degree in STEM and 12+ years working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project
- Technical understanding and experience with THAAD
- Experience with DoD terrestrial and satellite communication systems (MILSATCOM)
- Develop and present reports and presentations to senior management-level personnel; exceptional written and verbal skills required
- Works independently and/or leads teams to analyze and resolve problems
- Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency, Ballistic Missile Defense System, and/or THAAD Program Office work efforts
- Proficiency in system engineering and execution processes
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
- Tactical data links (TDL J, Link 11, Link 16) systems, encryption systems, precision timing systems (PNT), and DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF)
- Military experience with Air Defense Artillery, Theater High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) and Common Data Link Interface-Module (CDLI-M)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
- Work within a collaborative environment composed of Government, prime contractor, sub-contractor and supporting contractor personnel in a badge-less contractor environment
- Self-starter with enthusiasm and capacity to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Prior experience within Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Active Secret security clearance
- Master's degree in STEM
- 12+ years of experience working on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD programs or projects
- Technical understanding and experience with THAAD
- Experience with DoD terrestrial and satellite communication systems, including MILSATCOM
- Ability to develop and present reports and presentations to senior management-level personnel
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and lead teams in analyzing and resolving problems
- Familiarity with the Missile Defense Agency, Ballistic Missile Defense System, or THAAD Program Office
- Proficiency in systems engineering and execution processes
- Experience with tactical data links, including TDL-J, Link 11, or Link 16
- Experience with encryption systems and precision timing systems
- Knowledge of DoD Risk Management Framework
- Military experience with Air Defense Artillery, THAAD, or CDLI-M
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
- Experience with Foreign Military Sales programs
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
