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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazing Senior Signature/Data Analyst to join our team! In this role you will support MDA Targets and Countermeasures program in solid fuel debris model development and validation, pre and post-flight trajectory analysis, and on-site mission support.
What You'll Be Doing:
Support the development, integration, analysis, and documentation of target analysis products for pre-mission and post-mission activities for all MDA Flight Tests
Plan test activities and provide recommendations for team assignments to support mission activities
Contribute to development of Target Vehicle notional trajectories, flight scenarios, and debris scenes
Deploy for test missions and develop data analysis products such as Target Best Estimated Trajectory (BET), Target Quick-look Brief, and Target Launch Time within required 24-hour (quick-look) timeframe, ensuring accuracy of data products
Participate in target development and test planning activities such as Target System Readiness Reviews, Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design Reviews, Target and Test Readiness Reviews, providing analysis and recommendations
Prepare technical reports and/or briefings on various technical aspects of Flight Test Targets
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
Bachelor’s degree with 20+ years of experience, or Master's Degree with 12+ years experience
Interim Security clearance
Experience in a minimum of 2 of the following areas: trajectory/kinematic simulation, EO/IR sensor exploitation, RF sensor exploitation, geodesy
Strong communication skills and the ability to work well alone and with a team
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
B.S. in Engineering or Physics highly desired
M.S. in Engineering or Physics
Active Security Clearance desired.
Experience working independently and/or leading sub-teams to analyze and resolve problems
Skilled in use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Skilled in use of Matlab, and TAOS software
Familiar with STK software
Experience with missiles, targets, missile defense systems or hypersonic weapons
Security Clearance Requirement:
A security clearance is not required to apply; however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance which requires U.S. citizenship, prior to the start date.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: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00We 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
- Bachelor's degree with 20+ years of experience OR Master's degree with 12+ years of experience
- Interim Security clearance
- Experience in a minimum of two of: trajectory/kinematic simulation; EO/IR sensor exploitation; RF sensor exploitation; geodesy
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and with a team
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret security clearance prior to start date
- B.S. in Engineering or Physics (highly desired)
- M.S. in Engineering or Physics
- Active security clearance (desired)
- Experience leading sub-teams or working independently to analyze and resolve problems
- Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Skilled in Matlab and TAOS software
- Familiarity with STK software
- Experience with missiles, targets, missile defense systems, or hypersonic weapons
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.
