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Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer

Parsons Corporation
Fort Belvoir, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/10/2026
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Job Description

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Missile Defense System Architecture Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Architecture Validation team as a Missile Defense System Architecture Assessment Engineer by developing and maintaining the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker tool.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Assist in the development and management of the QlikSense-based Capability Gap Tracker (CGT) tool, to include reviewing, updating, and organizing gaps and threats
  • Work closely with other MDA organizations to help them understand and leverage the CGT while gaining insight into elements that make up the missile defense system
  • Attend regular meetings with Joint Staff and Combatant Commands to support CGT Development
  • Attend meetings and provide input to support Missile Defeat Wargames


What Required Skills You'll Bring

  • A minimum of 12 years' experience on missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program or project with a master’s degree in a STEM field.
  • Minimum of an active Secret clearance
  • Ability to work independently to analyze and solve problems
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite


What Desired Skills You'll Bring

  • Top Secret/SCI clearance
  • Proficient with QlikSense development
  • Experience with MBSE
  • Previous MDA experience
  • Experience with Missile Defense System architecture planning and design
  • Experience in or the ability to quickly qualify for access to Special Access Programs (SAP)


Security Clearance Requirement

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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Salary : $134,100 - $241,400

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