PRINCIPAL C3BM SYSTEMS ANALYST

Job Description

Igniters operate in the world’s most demanding environment. Igniters are self-motivated, mission-driven, and relentless in solving the Warfighters’ hardest problems. We move fast, think differently, and execute with precision to tackle high-stakes challenges across AI/ML, space and missile defense intelligence, EMSO, advanced analytics, and programmatic domains. As an employee-owned SDVOSB headquartered in Huntsville, AL, our team delivers mission-critical impact for the Army, Air Force, Space Force, MDA, NASA, DIA, and FBI.

Ignite exists to outpace the threat and deliver results that matter in the moments that count.

Ignite is currently seeking a Principal C3BM Systems Analyst to join our team! In this role you will be a part of the Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) systems engineering efforts, engaging in Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) technical engineering and integration, future concepts, new functionality, and multi-national exchange designs. You will participate in reviews and assessments of C2BMC engineering products and documentation.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Directly support the DCC Test Requirements and Analysis Lead (DCCET) in the review and updating of all C2BMC (and X-Lab) and BOA (and ESL) planned Flight Test (FT) participation, software configurations, and test objectives/test requirements as appropriate to meet DCC Program Office data needs and OCL decisions to CCMDs.
• Routinely interface and maintain a strong relationship with MDA/DCC/DCCD 4-Letters to define and document current and future C2BMC and BOA operational and developmental capabilities for testing in MDS flight tests
• Provide continuous Integrated Master Test Plan (IMTP) development support.
• Assess event Best Estimated Test Dates (BETDs) and Test Designs (TD) for ability to support current Technical Description Document (TDD), Missile Defense System-level Specifications (SS) and associated Specification Changes Notices (SCNs), and C2BMC and BOA Element-level Specifications (CES and BES) and associated SCNs; recommend changes to TD as appropriate. Ensure changes/updates submitted are successfully incorporated into FT event Test Configuration Sheets (TCS) within the Test Management System (TMS).
• Interface with DCCE-Design & Specification (DCCED) team and other DCC or MDA organizations as required to understand latest SCN and Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and potential impacts to current and future FTs.
• Routinely interface and maintain a strong relationship with MDA/DE/Planning, Reporting, and Verification (SEQ) and Mission Engineering (CEM) in developing and coordinating system test requirements and test objectives development.
• Support all phases of the FT Test Objectives (TO) Memorandum development/revision process.
• Participate in all informal reviews, to include Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) and CEM led Writer’s Conferences. Review, discuss, and update DCC Element test participation and objectives as needed. Draft and provide post-meeting notes as required to keep DCCET and DCC Element Lead informed.
• Champion formal DCC review of all FT TO Memos by drafting/consolidating comments and presenting test information through the DCC Board Review Process as appropriate to coordinate full DCC stakeholder review/approvals.
• Support all FT Test Requirements Reviews, DCC Internal Event Test Team (IETT) meetings, and DCC Program Test Readiness Reviews by drafting DCC Requirements inputs, capturing System Under Test participation and software configurations, Primary/Secondary/Associated System Test Objectives, and relevant milestones and issues/concerns & mitigations.
• Attend Kick-off Planning Meetings (KPM), Mission Planning Meetings (MPM), and Test Phase Reviews (i.e. Mission Planning Review [MPR], Mission Analysis Review [MAR], Mission Readiness Review [MRR], and Mission Execution Review [MER]) as required by the DCC Test Requirements and Analysis Lead.
• Support the DCC Near-Term Test Requirements Review to engage DCC stakeholders, communicate current FT event status and any pending changes, and stabilize requirements to prevent late-stage changes after handoff to the Integrated Event Test Team.
• Draft/update Flight Test inputs in support of weekly Staff Meetings and End-of-Week reports.
  
  

Required Qualifications

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• Master's degree and 12 years and Bachelor's degree and 20 years of relevant experience
• Active Secret clearance
• Ability to work independently within a dynamic environment
• Proficiency in system engineering and execution processes
• Apply network engineering and solutions to support real-world test, integration, and operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Self-starter with enthusiasm and capacity to learn in a fast-paced environment
• Work within a collaborative environment composed of Government, prime contractor, sub-contractor and supporting contractor personnel in a badge-less contractor environment
• Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency, Ballistic Missile Defense System, and/or C3BM Program Office work efforts
  
  

Security Clearance Requirements

Must have an active Secret Security Clearance

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree 20 yrs exp, or Master’s Degree 12 yrs exp