MTSI is seeking an Entry-Level Threat Engineer to support missile system modeling and analysis activities for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The ideal candidate will contribute to the development of high-fidelity threat models, EO/IR signature characterizations, and analytical products that inform critical missile defense studies and tests. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists in a highly technical, mission-driven environment. Responsibilities:

Primary focus will be developing/updating missile models for threat systems
Source information will come from CAD/line drawings
Will use existing modeling tools such as the Optical Signatures Code (OSC), OPTical In-line SIGnature (OPTISIG) Generator as well as several internal toolsets to characterize missile systems from an EO/IR signature perspective
Characterizing missile systems and providing products to support multiple studies and activities across the Missile Defense Agency (MDA)
Work with integrated team across multiple modeling disciplines (CAD, kinematic, EO/IR, and plume modeling). Technical areas associated with position includes aspects of aerospace/mechanical engineering, signature physics (blackbody radiation), radiometry, heat transfer/thermal analysis
Flight test analysis (retrieving test data such as kinematic/dynamic information, collected data, etc., and comparing to models being developed)
Generating briefings to support analysis, product delivery, Quick Reaction Tasks (QRTs)
Writing code and developing software tools to assist with IR data generation and analysis

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance.
Proficiency in one or more programming languages, including MATLAB, Python, C++, or C#.
Experience using CAD tools such as SolidWorks, NX, or similar platforms.

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Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and technology solutions company delivering first-choice capabilities to solve problems of global importance in the critical mission areas of missile defense, cyber security, intelligence, unmanned/autonomous systems, aviation, space, and homeland security. The MTSI mission is to make important and lasting contributions to the nation's defense and security by providing leadership and best- value solutions to solve America's most technically challenging strategic problems. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide. For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com. For current MTSI job openings, please visit www.mtsi-va.com/careers.

Threat Engineer - Entry Level

Threat Engineer - Entry Level

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