Mission Architect, Missile Defense

Required Skills & Experience

12+ years of experience in mission analysis, space operations, orbital mechanics, or related aerospace/defense systems Strong experience with missile defense mission architecture, system-of-systems analysis, or complex defense mission design Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, spacecraft dynamics, astrodynamics, and autonomous space operations Experience defining mission objectives, operational concepts, system requirements, and technical performance measures Experience leading mission-level trade studies, feasibility assessments, and system performance analyses Experience performing or leading engagement sequence and intercept analysis Understanding of the integration between sensors, command-and-control systems, and interceptors Experience with kill-chain and/or fire-control architecture Experience performing system-of-systems modeling, simulation, and analysis Hands-on experience with mission analysis tools such as STK, FreeFlyer, GMAT, or similar Proficiency with analytical/programming tools such as MATLAB, Python, or C++ Experience with Monte Carlo studies, parametric analyses, trajectory analysis, or mission performance modeling Experience supporting mission planning, testing, and real-time mission operations Strong technical leadership and systems architecture capabilities Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI or TS/SAP U.S. government security clearance

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, or related discipline Active TS/SCI clearance Experience supporting classified or national defense space missions Experience with pre-flight and post-flight mission analysis Experience with trajectory reconstruction and anomaly investigation Experience working directly with government customers and other technical stakeholders Experience integrating hardware, software, sensors, C2, and other mission elements within a large system-of-systems environment

Job Description

The Mission Architect will serve as a senior technical leader responsible for defining and analyzing missile defense missions across a complex system of systems. This individual will work with customers, stakeholders, and engineering teams to translate mission objectives into operational concepts, system requirements, technical performance measures, and executable engineering solutions. They will lead mission-level trade studies, engagement sequence and intercept analysis, kill-chain and fire-control architecture development, and sensor, command-and-control, and interceptor integration. The Mission Architect will also conduct system-of-systems performance modeling using astrodynamics, simulation, parametric analysis, and Monte Carlo techniques to evaluate mission effectiveness and support major technical decisions. This person will help oversee system integration and verification, support mission planning and real-time execution, assess mission risks, and perform pre- and post-flight analysis throughout the full mission lifecycle. This role is offering an hourly rate of $77-118/hr for Staff Level and $94-145/hr for Principal Level. This role will be on-site in Centennial, Colorado OR Long Beach, California. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply today!