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In this role you will support the analysis and assessment of Ground-based Missile Defense (GMD) systems in support of Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The successful candidate will perform mission and system performance analyses to evaluate weapon system effectiveness, engagement performance, and operational capability across a range of threat scenarios. This role requires expertise in MATLAB and Python and the ability to develop analytical tools, interpret complex simulation results, and communicate technical findings to engineering team, program leadership, and government stakeholders.\nJob Description:\nDevelop and maintain MATLAB, Python, and C++ analysis tools to support medium-fidelity modeling, simulation, and performance assessments of the Ground-Based Interceptor (GBI) and Next Generation Interceptor (NGI).\nDevelop, execute, and analyze modeling and simulation (M&S) environments to evaluate interceptor performance across a variety of engagement scenarios and mission conditions.\nPerform quick-response analysis in support of the In-Flight Interceptor Communication System Data Terminal (IDT), including kinematic battlespace assessments and other time-sensitive technical analyses.\nConduct interceptor performance analysis to evaluate system capabilities, identify performance trends and limitations, and support technical assessments and decision-making.\nSupport the development and enhancement of future interceptor analysis capabilities, methodologies, models, simulations, and analytical tools.\nAnalyze and interpret simulation results to assess system performance and provide technically sound conclusions and recommendations.\nDevelop and deliver technical briefings to communicate analysis methodologies, assumptions, results, and conclusions to engineering teams, program leadership, and government stakeholders.\nCollaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to address emerging analysis needs and support current and future missile defense capabilities\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) field\n7+ years relevant experience\nActive security clearance (SECRET or above) is required.\nDemonstrated experience supporting MDA GMD Programs\nProficiency in MATLAB, including model development, data analysis, and visualization\nAdvanced Proficiency with Python, including scientific computing libraries such as NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib\nExperience evaluating missile defense (MD) engagement performance, interceptor effectiveness, mission performance, or system operational capability\nStrong understanding of statistical analysis, numerical methods, optimization techniques, and simulation-based performance assessment\nExperience interpreting simulation outputs and translating analytical findings into actionable engineering recommendations\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting technical analyses to government customers and senior leadership.\nQualifications Desired:\nExperience supporting MDA Element or System-level performance assessments\nRadar analysis experience\nStrong analytical background\nSelf-starting technical problem solver\nExperience integrating AI/MIL into analytical processes\nITAR Requirement:\nThis position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.\nBenefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.\nWe also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.\nPrincipals only need apply. NO agencies please.\nWho We Are\nBased in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.\nJoin us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty - and succeed.\nWhat We Do\nBuilding on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.\nWe are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. 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