Phenomenology Execution Team Lead

Phenomenology Execution Team Lead

Job Location: Columbia, Maryland

Job Status: Full Time

Clearance: Secret

Salary: $150,000 to $180,000

Systems Engineering Group, an Astrion company, is seeking a Phenomenology Scientist to lead a team working on research and development of advanced models and simulations of physical phenomena in support of the Missile Defense Agency and US Navy. The phenomena of interest include missile debris, missile plumes and reentry wakes, atmospheric propagation effects for RF and IR signals, and the effects on signal propagation of various types of clutter, including land and sea clutter. Position is located in Columbia, MD.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Ph.D. and at least 5 years of experience in physics, mathematics, or engineering
• Strong analytical, logical, and problem-solving skills
• Mathematical background in areas such as statistics, linear algebra, differential equations, and numerical methods
• Strong computational skills (C/C++, Fortran, MATLAB, Python, or equivalent)
• Experience managing complex technical projects
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Experience providing technical leadership and oversight to a team
• Highly motivated. Possesses the ability to learn rapidly.
• Radar, IR sensor, and missile defense experience preferred

RESPONSILIBILTIES

• Lead the execution team in research, design, and development of models and simulations of physical phenomena related to missile defense
• Coordinate team technical efforts and track model requirements.
• Work with program managers and technical group lead to schedule staff for technical tasking.
• Work with technical group lead to coordinate strategic development efforts, integrate new technical capabilities, evaluate staff performance, and execute hiring plans.
• Work with software developers and managers to transition algorithms and tools to formal C++ products
• Work with SEG leadership and other subject matter experts to develop phenomenology-related project road maps
• Write technical memos and white papers that summarize research, threat capabilities, or other areas of interest or concern
• Present technical work and provide technical expertise at conferences and meetings with customers, collaborators, and competitors
• Mentor and provide tasking to staff.
• Provide timecard supervision.