Systems Test SME Lead

Auria is looking to hire a Systems Test SME Lead to join our team and support the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program in Colorado Springs, CO.

The Systems Test SME Lead is responsible for planning and analyzing all MDS ground tests and flight tests in which the C2BMC program participates. Ground test types include pairwise tests, Continuous Developmental Integration (CDI), Integrated Ground Test (GTI), Distributed Ground Test (GTD), cyber tests, Space Domain Awareness (SDA), and pre-flight test HWIL efforts. Flight tests are conducted with predetermined sensors and shooters. International events comprise various ground tests and flight tests.

Essential Functions:

• Possess technical knowledge of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS), including sensors, shooters, command and control systems, and networks
• Experience with integration and testing within the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program
• At least 5 years of relevant experience on the C2BMC program as an Event Mission Director (EMD) or Configuration Engineer
• Self-starter with strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, capable of working effectively in a fast-paced team environment with government customers and personnel internal and external to the program

Basic Qualifications:

Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

• Current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD-issued SECRET security clearance
• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Project Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Business Management) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 12 years of related experience
• or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 10 years of experience,
• or a PhD and 8 years of experience;
• or 16 years experience instead of a degree may be considered
• Expected to provide guidance to the team of System Test SMEs, interface with senior government customer personnel, and ensure information flow to other National Team functional areas
• Responsible for planning all assigned test events, with emphasis on developing and implementing the test artifacts required for each event, such as:
• Test objectives
• Architectures
• Data Item Descriptions
• Defense Designs
• Sensor Resource Management (SRM) settings
• Operational Tasking Data Link (OPTASKLINK)
• Air Defense Systems Integrator (ADSI) configuration and Forwarding Tables
• CDSTDACSTRAUT TDACS
• Comms Connectivity Matrices
• Event Configuration Baseline (ECB)
• System Adjustable Parameters (SAPs)/Site-Specific Parameters (SSPs)
• BDR and PR applicability
• Certification Data Packages
• Provide support for:
• Planning phase reviews and meetings
• Customer boards and meetings
• Data Management
• Interface with developers
• Government personnel during event execution phases when requested
• Anomaly resolution and troubleshooting
• Analysis group
• Failure Review Boards (FRBs)

Salary Range:The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level ($153,000 - $170,000).

About Auria

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO and with operations in Boulder, CO, Washington, DC, Huntsville, AL, Albuquerque, NM, Ogden, UT, and San Diego, CA, our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers' superiority in Space. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision.

When you join Auria as a full-time employee, you get many benefits which include:

• Generous PTO package with yearly tenure increases
• Flex time policy providing you the flexibility needed
• 11 Company-Paid Holidays per year
• Up to 4% match on 401(k) employee contributions, employer and employee contributions immediately vested
• Tuition and Certification Fee Assistance
• Low-cost medical plans that include company-sponsored HSA
• No-cost life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And much more!

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.