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ANSER · 22 hours ago

Principal Systems Architect

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

12+ years exp

ANSER enhances national and homeland security by strengthening public institutions. The Principal Systems Architect will support a defense space program by providing system architecture and modeling, simulation and analysis expertise.

ConsultingNational SecurityNon ProfitPublic SafetyRisk Management

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) to support architecture development for Space Protection and Space Control mission areas

Define and develop enterprise, mission area, and mission thread architectures and alternatives

Design and evaluate force packages and courses of action for analysis and effectiveness validation

Apply proficiency in MS&A tools to advise, interpret analysis results, and support decision-making

Provide technical and operational insight to enhance mission protection, data assessments, and anomaly resolution

Develop and assess impact analyses, audits, studies, compliance inspections, and readiness reviews

Monitor program schedules and acquisition implementation; identify requirement shortfalls and assess risk

Maintain and update acquisition reports by correlating execution data with program baselines

Support technical engagements, including design reviews, interchange meetings, and working groups

Maintain situational awareness of all programs and technology development across the portfolio

Provide engineering, operations, and technical support across all stages of the acquisition lifecycle

Support acquisition efforts for advanced technologies, concept development, and integration activities

Advise on cost, schedule, and performance metrics for government acquisition programs

Draft and revise JCIDS and acquisition documentation in accordance with government guidance (e.g., MIL-STD)

Identify and recommend improvements to acquisition processes and assist with technical risk management and mitigation planning

Qualification

ModelingSimulationAnalysisSystems EngineeringTechnical Expertise in Space DefenseActive TS/SCI ClearanceAerospace EngineeringAnalysis of AlternativesConcept of OperationsTechnical Risk ManagementCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline

Active TS/SCI clearance with willingness to submit to a CI Polygraph

12+ years of relevant technical experience in systems engineering or architecture or related domains

9+ years of hands-on experience in modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A)

Proven technical expertise supporting space defense initiatives such as: Assessment of National Space Control Capabilities (ANSCC), Space Protection Program (SPP), Space Situational Awareness (SSA), National-level and Joint-level studies

Extensive knowledge of Executive Agent for Space Systems (EASS) mission areas, including: Modeling techniques and methodologies, Simulation frameworks and tools, Complex study design and execution

Demonstrated experience leading and contributing to Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) and Concept of Operations (CONOPS)

Proven ability to translate technical analysis into actionable recommendations for senior leadership and stakeholders

Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage with cross-functional teams, working groups, and high-level technical forums

Company

ANSER

In 1958 the Air Force needed a technically qualified unbiased organization that could rapidly provide analysis for identified and evolving mission requirements.

Founded in 1958

Falls Church, Virginia, USA

501-1000 employees