Senior Systems Engineer
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Position Description:
Banner Defense is in search of a Senior Systems Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) Program Office delivering critical capabilities for the Defense of Guam (DoG). This role supports a priority national defense effort in a dynamic environment, ensuring effective integration of missile defense elements to protect a key strategic location. The selected candidate will provide senior-level systems engineering support, guiding technical efforts across multiple domains and ensuring alignment with MDA objectives.
Responsibilities:
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Perform integrated analysis and evaluation of DoG test events including Flight Tests, Ground Tests, and System Integration Check Out (SICO) activities
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Participate in and support engineering milestones such as Preliminary and Critical Design Reviews (PDR/CDR), Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), and technical assessments
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Collaborate with stakeholders across MDA and supporting organizations to coordinate schedules, resolve issues, and ensure technical accuracy
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Provide input on secure system design considerations, risk identification, and mitigation strategies
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Lead or support technical interchange meetings (TIMs), action tracking, and meeting coordination
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Develop executive-level briefings, technical papers, and correspondence for senior leaders, including Flag Officers and SES personnel
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Coordinate GENser and SAP-level meetings and VTCs as needed
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Represent the Government customer in IPTs, working groups, and forums
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Apply engineering tools such as DOORS, Windchill, and Qlik for analysis and coordination
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Support efforts related to system security, including compliance tracking or integration of cybersecurity inputs into engineering processes
Required Skills/Experience:
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Masters in STEM field with 12+ years' experience working on missile defense-related or other DoD program / project
- Strong understanding of MDA systems engineering processes and procedures
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Demonstrate understanding of system architecture and system
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Experience with MDA system elements (e.g., Patriot, THAAD, Aegis, C2BMC)
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Familiarity with secure development practices, configuration management, and cybersecurity-informed engineering
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Knowledge of the ETM-2 system and experience managing Congressional or routine taskers
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Ability to operate independently and communicate effectively across diverse technical teams
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project)
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Skilled in developing and delivering technical briefings to senior decision-makers
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Active Secret Clearance
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Some travel may be required
Preferred Skills/Experience
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A background that includes exposure to secure system development and cybersecurity-informed engineering practices
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Bachelor's degree in STEM in addition to Master's degree in STEM
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