What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mission Analyst position at LaunchTech?
Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Clearance Required: Active Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility
Travel Required: Travel to both CONUS and OCONUS locations up to 15% of the time
LaunchTech is seeking a Mission Analyst to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. This role supports mission assurance activities through analysis of missile test and operational data, risk assessments, and collaboration with mission partners to improve warfighter operations and system performance.
What You’ll Be Doing
Mission Analysis & Data Assessment
Collect, review, and analyze exercise and real-world missile test performance data, reports, and results for functional anomalies
Compare and evaluate multiple data sets against operational requirements, intelligence data, and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures to identify and report conformance factors against applicable standards and operational specifications
Compile, develop, and present findings and recommendations to improve requirements, system development, and integration approaches to support current and future capabilities
Risk, Impact & Operational Support
Assist in performing risk and impact assessments of system changes and upgrades to ensure end-to-end data integrity
Participate in Combatant Command Health Checks, providing technical assistance to improve warfighter operations supporting missile warning missions
Assist in maintaining Ultra High Frequency (UHF) satellite radios and supporting operations and communication security (COMSEC) management
Collaboration & Reporting
With guidance, develop and present reports, briefings, results, and recommendations to mission communities, stakeholders, and boards
Coordinate and collaborate with mission partners, government representatives, agencies, and internal team members on a regular basis
What You Bring
Basic Requirements:
Must have 3, or more, years of experience in an engineering field
Must be familiar with the Microsoft Office suite
Must have, or obtain within six months of hire, a current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security CE, CySA, or equivalent)
Must be able to travel to both CONUS and OCONUS locations up to 15% of the time
Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain an active Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility
Desired Requirements:
Have a basic understanding of missile warning (MW) and missile defense (MD) operations
Be familiar with MW and MD tactical data processor systems
Be COMSEC briefed
Why LaunchTech?
LaunchTech is built on a single standard: Excellence, Period.
Join a mission-focused team supporting national defense and warfighter readiness through data-driven mission analysis.
We offer:
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Mission-driven work with opportunities to grow
And more
Ready to Join the LaunchTech Crew?
LaunchTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, protected veteran status, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
Visit www.welaunchtech.com to learn more about how we deliver Excellence, Period.