Principal Computer Systems Analyst (26-319)
$94,200–$141,200 year
On-siteColorado Springs, Colorado, United States or Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Perform analysis, root-cause troubleshooting, and behavior assessments of C2BMC software across development, ground tests, and operations. Use automated tools and manual techniques to analyze software capabilities in an integrated environment while coordinating with cross-functional teams to resolve anomalies and provide actionable insights. Produce analytical reports on complex systems and algorithms, applying statistical methods and data visualization to identify trends and patterns. Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts to determine analytical methods and create scenarios for customers and stakeholders. Requires a current DoD Secret clearance, on-site work in Colorado Springs or Huntsville, and 10% travel.
Required Qualifications
- Current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance
- Willingness to travel 10% of the time for business needs
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 5 years of experience
- Master's degree in a related field with 3 years of relevant work experience
- 9 years of relevant work experience
- Proven experience producing analytical reports on complex systems and algorithms (performance, behavior, and functionality)
- Ability to use MATLAB or a comparable language (e.g., Python) for prototyping, data visualization, scripting, data manipulation, and parsing
- Ability to use spreadsheets, databases, and Linux command-line tools for hands-on data analysis and verification
- Experience with statistical methods, time-series analysis, and data visualization to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies
- Excellent analytical abilities and the ability to clearly present complex technical concepts to engineers, stakeholders, and customers
- Knowledge of systems and software engineering processes, principles, and lifecycle stages
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, combined with the ability to convey complex technical ideas clearly
- Self-motivated and collaborative, thrive in fast-paced environments, and can easily switch between high-priority tasks
Desired Qualifications
- Background in missile defense battle management, IR/RF sensor tracking, intercept engagements, space domain awareness, or command-and-control systems
- Proficiency in data analysis, visualization, and statistical methods for interpreting system trends, behaviors, and test results
- Strong math/physics background: probability, statistics, linear algebra, spatial and timing reference frames
- Experience working in Agile Scrum environments using JIRA and Confluence
- Experience with automated analysis and assessment of software applications/systems
- Ability to create analytical tools and parsers using MATLAB, Bash, Java, Python (or similar)
- Experience with object-oriented programming, SQL queries, regular expressions, reading Java code, and using Git/GitLab CI/CD pipelines
- Ability to read and understand code in Java, C, or C++
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