Advanced M&S V&V Analyst (MSIC)

COLSA Corporation

Advanced M&S V&V Analyst (MSIC)

Huntsville, AL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    This is a casual position

    Applicant will apply an extensive and comprehensive understanding of modeling and simulation (M&S) techniques to perform threat model and scenario validation and verification (V&V) testing, analysis, and process improvement for M&S programs such as ITASE and/or TMAP for the Missile and Space Intelligence Center (MSIC). This includes:

    • Software V&V testing and analysis for critical, high-priority tasking, which may include:
      • Threat model and/or architecture release testing
      • Analyzing M&S performance of small to large autonomous and/or integrated scenarios, focusing on messages sent between simulation federates and comparing threat model performance to Intelligence data
      • Configuring complex M&S scenarios using threat model documentation and Intelligence data
      • Executing simulations with user-configured ("Constructive") threat models as well as Operator-in-the-Loop (OITL) threat models
      • Performing "batch" runs (i.e. more than one run) for scenarios by sweeping threat model parameters
      • Using Gitlab Software Configuration Management for software issue reporting and file configuration management
      • Using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for documenting test reports and results, and documenting identified M&S process improvement recommendations
      • Using MatterMost collaboration software to clearly and effectively communicate with multiple teams between multiple labs and locations
    • Candidate selected must:
      • Efficiently manage personal tasking, make informed decisions with minimal supervision, and proactively seek out the necessary information to complete
        assignments

      • Work in a fast-paced lab environment onsite at MSIC, interfacing routinely with both Contractor and Government employees

      • Exercise effective technical written and oral communication with Program Management and teammates

      • Multitask well, have a positive attitude, be highly motivated and a productive team player

    _At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefitshere. _

    Required Skills

    Required Experience

    • Bachelors’ degree (or higher) in a STEM field
    • Minimum of 15 years related experience in MSIC M&S
    • High-level MSIC threat modeling expertise
    • U.S. Citizenship required; Active TS/SCI with CI Poly through DIA (i.e. existing clearance allowing for immediate MSIC SCIF access upon hiring)
    • This is a casual position

    Preferred Qualifications

    • In-depth experience in ITASE and TMAP as a threat model developer and/or analyst
    • Detailed knowledge of MSIC SAM and C4 threat modeling
    • Detailed knowledge of MSIC M&S for Air/Land/Sea/Space domains
    • Detailed knowledge of threat model V&V testing techniques
    • General knowledge of additional MSIC M&S programs such as OMEGA is a plus

    COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.