Threat Systems Analyst

nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) enables our customers by supplying products, services, and expertise with powerful, data driven insights that transform defense systems and improve capabilities.

 We are pleased to announce the opening for a Missile Defense Threat Systems Analyst, who will join our Engineering Services Division in Colorado Springs, Colorado and become part of our rapidly growing technology company operating in missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, biotechnology, and space control marketspaces. You will be part of a team that supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Threat Modeling Center (TMC) by providing threat signature development and modeling support.

 Responsibilities: 

You’ll be: 

• Coordinating with internal MDA and external stakeholders to determine threat needs for Integrated Master Test Plan events.
• Coordinating with MDA/DEI and the Intel Production Centers to obtain intelligence assessments and reference data necessary to define and build threat models consisting of kinematic, RF, and IR models.
• Evaluating intelligence data and to provide technical reviews of associated Threat Model Requirements Documents produced by the prime contractor.  Articulate change recommendations.
• Providing verification and validation recommendation of prime contractor produced kinematic, RF, and IR models.  Articulate change recommendations.
• Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders and the prime contractor in the development of event verification and validation documentation which compares all threat models to the latest intelligence assessments.  Articulate change recommendations.
• Recognizing and understanding shortfalls in threat data generation capability and how advances in technology can be used to improve threat representation, particularly in areas of ablation and radio frequency / electro optical / infrared signatures.
• Working the MDA Core Truth Models team to identify and evaluate software applications to support the emerging threat signature requirements.
• Working with other members of the MDA team to integrate efforts and meet M&S program objectives for MDA events and real-world activities.
• Supporting TMC M&S threat software/tool development in support of integrated threat production capability (kinematic and signature threat data generation).
• Representing the government and interface with contractors at technical interchanges.  Assist other MDA organizations, the Intelligence Community, and warfighters to articulate threat data needs.
• Investigating and recommending innovative technical approaches and process improvements to improve quality of the delivered threat products and to reduce schedule risk.

 Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree and 12+ years relevant experience or bachelor’s degree and 20+ years relevant experience. 
• You must possess or can obtain an Active SECRET clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. 

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Creative thinking, problem solving, analytical thinking.
• Ability to work with a diverse team of engineers with different perspectives and objectives.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex ideas to non-technical audience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, TEAMS).

• Understanding of kinematics, radar cross section or infrared data and software that supports the production of threat stimulus data.

 nou (pronounced ‘new’) Systems:

Since its founding in 2012, nou Systems has built a reputation for excellence in innovative engineering, prototype development, and technical and professional services in multiple markets, including missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control. Our diverse and highly skilled team delivers state-of-the-art products from concepts and prototypes to fully developed and integrated solutions.

We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high-tech company. Our culture is firmly established in treating our employees like family. 

 Benefits of working at nSI

nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status, but the majority of our positions include the following:

• Competitive Wages*
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
• Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Norton LifeLock 
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

*Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com/workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.