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As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of War, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.\nJob Summary\nThe Missile Defense Systems Analyst provides technical and operational analysis supporting Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) systems, command and control architectures, communications networks, weapon system integration, and mission performance assessments. The analyst evaluates system behavior through detailed analysis of operational data, communications logs, telemetry records, and test event data to assess system performance and support operational decision-making.\nThis position focuses on the analysis of uplink/downlink communications, datalink message flow, interface compliance, and end-to-end system performance within complex air and missile defense architectures. The analyst reviews system logs and message traffic, evaluates performance against technical requirements and Interface Control Documents (ICDs), conducts post-event assessments, and provides actionable recommendations to military and government stakeholders.\nKey Responsibilities\nAnalyze uplink/downlink message traffic, communications logs, telemetry data, and system records to assess weapon system and network performance.\nEvaluate message flow across missile defense architectures to verify proper transmission, reception, processing, and utilization of critical mission data.\nPerform detailed analysis of communications protocols, message structures, and Interface Control Document (ICD) requirements to assess system compliance and identify anomalies.\nAnalyze test event data, mission data, and post-mission logs to characterize system behavior and determine root causes of performance issues.\nAssess end-to-end interactions among command and control systems, communications networks, sensors, and weapon systems to evaluate mission effectiveness and system integration performance.\nSupport developmental testing, operational testing, system integration events, simulations, and field exercises through data collection, analysis, and post-event assessments.\nPerform data reduction, trend analysis, statistical analysis, and performance assessments to identify operational impacts and opportunities for system improvement.\nDevelop technical reports, analytical products, briefings, and decision-support materials for government customers, military stakeholders, and engineering teams.\nCollaborate with software engineers, systems engineers, operators, testers, and government personnel to investigate system behavior and resolve technical issues.\nMaintain analytical rigor while meeting critical deadlines in support of time-sensitive mission requirements.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Data Science, Operations Research, Information Systems, or a related STEM discipline. Relevant military or industry experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.\n0-10 years of experience\nActive security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain the required clearance.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with one or more of the following:Systems analysis\nTest and evaluation\nCommunications systems\nMissile defense systems\nCommand and control systems\nNetworked tactical systems\nData analysis\nSoftware-intensive systems\nMilitary operations analysis\n\nExperience analyzing technical data, event logs, telemetry data, message traffic, or communication system performance.\nAbility to interpret technical specifications, interface documentation, message definitions, and system requirements.\nFamiliarity with structured data analysis methodologies and root cause investigation techniques.\nExperience using tools such as Python, MATLAB, Linux-based environments, SQL, scripting languages, spreadsheet analysis tools, or data visualization platforms.\nExperience with Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS), Patriot, LTAMDS, Sentinel, THAAD, Aegis, or other integrated air and missile defense systems.\nExperience analyzing tactical datalinks, weapon system communications, missile guidance communications, telemetry systems, command and control message traffic, or network protocols.\nExperience working with Interface Control Documents (ICDs), message standards, communication protocols, software requirements, or system specifications.\nExperience conducting post-test analysis, operational assessments, mission reconstruction, verification and validation activities, or system integration assessments.\nFamiliarity with sensor-to-shooter architectures, fire control networks, tactical engagement operations, or battle management systems.\nKnowledge of RF communications, communications architectures, network performance analysis, or communications system integration.\nBelong, Connect and Grow at KBR\nAt KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.\nKBR is an equal opportunity employer. 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