Missile Defense Computational Analyst

Corvid Technologies is seeking qualified candidates to join our Missile Defense Group (MDG) in Huntsville, Alabama. Come join the MDG supporting a variety of government agencies, such as the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), Navy Missile Defense, and Air Force Space Command.  The MDG performs cutting edge modeling and simulation, testing, and system analysis to ensure protection of the United States and military assets from missile threats. 

Corvid’s missile defense analysts develop and apply advanced computational algorithms, such as machine learning, to improve weapon system performance. Our analysts have access to a high-performance computing facility, with over 50,000 CPUs, where they execute first-principle physics codes to produce high-fidelity predictions of lethality outcomes from engagements, post-intercept debris characteristics, aerodynamic effects and trajectories, and electromagnetic signatures. Using these computational tools, we simulate the response and improve operating concepts for radar and optical sensors. 

The Missile Defense Group supports a variety of modeling and simulation efforts within the Missile Defense Agency including missile intercept modeling using first-principle physics codes, aerodynamic modeling of missiles and debris, development of finite element models, modeling of missile defense radars, modeling of missile defense interceptor seekers, and analysis of sensor data (RF and EO/IR). The group provides diverse research opportunities and a creative work environment within a small group. The Corvid team offers access to cutting edge computational technologies and resources.

Education and Technical Skill Required

• Entry level applicants should have an excellent academic record with a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in physics, mathematics, electrical engineering, computer science or material science with computer modeling and simulation interests.
• A strong background in statistics, machine learning, and uncertainty quantification is a plus. 
• All candidates should be self-motivated and show excellent written and oral communication skills

US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance is required. NON-US Citizens cannot be considered.

Example Responsibilities

• Analysis of system performance based on missile engagement using computational statistical analysis
• Evaluation and optimization of algorithms for sensors functions
• Generation of sensor signatures to simulate Monte Carlo simulations
• Testing prototype software to identify improvements, bugs, and deficiencies

Why Corvid?

Founded in 2004, we are a group of over 300 engineers and scientists, about 3/4 with master’ degrees or Ph.D.'s, that provide end-to-end solutions including concept development, design and optimization, prototype build, test and manufacture.  We leverage the predictive capability of our high-fidelity computational physics solvers, indigenous massively parallel supercomputer system, prototyping plant, and ballistics and mechanics lab to investigate a variety of high-rate physics phenomena. 

The results are complex engineering solutions for a variety of applications; aircraft, ballistic missile defense, cybersecurity, motorsports, armor development, biological systems, and missile and warhead design and development.  These results are achieved with optimal design and cost efficiency due to the predictive capability of Corvid’s tools and our in-house, end-to-end integrated approach, which differentiates Corvid from the market.

We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits. Benefits for full-time employees include:

• Paid gym membership
• Flexible schedules
• Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k match up to 6%
• Three weeks starting PTO; increasing with tenure
• Continued education and training opportunities
• Uncapped incentive opportunities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.