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MIT Lincoln Laboratory Tech Staff in Lexington, Massachusetts
The Tactical Space Systems Group (Group 96) develops technologies and prototypes to enhance the performance and resilience of U.S. space systems and to provide flexible new space capabilities to the U.S. Government. The Group executes both large-scale system prototypes including satellite payloads and ground systems, as well as earlier stage technology development and demonstration programs with partner groups across the laboratory. The group is predominantly composed of scientists and engineers with expertise in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, electronics and software/firmware
JOB DESCRIPTION
Group 96 is hiring System Analysts. As a Systems Analyst, you will use first principles to assess threats to U.S. space systems and identify technologies and tactics to counter these threats. Successful candidates will have a willingness to tackle open-ended, multi-disciplinary problems. You may asked to analyze systems pertaining to targeting, communications, navigation, and rocket flight. Promising solutions will be recommended for in-depth analysis, prototype, and test. The assessment is typically delivered by briefing senior leaders in the DoD and Intelligence Community. Excellent communication skills, or an eagerness learn, are critical. It is not necessary to be an expert in tactical space systems or defense systems analysis.
Candidates with a Masters or PhD in physics or engineering are encouraged to apply. Working knowledge of MATLAB, C/C++, and/or Python are required
REQUIREMENTS
A Ph.D. in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Engineering or a related field, or a Master’s degree with at least 3-5 years of relevant experience
Previous experience in physics-based modeling, simulation and analysis
Demonstrated interest in collaborating with hardware development or experimental efforts to inform modeling and guide those efforts
Excellent spoken and written communications skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Ability to support work-related travel up to 10%
At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
MIT-funded pension
Matching 401K
Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
Mentorship programs
A range of work-life balance options
... and much more!
Please visit our Benefits page (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits) for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits/additional) .
Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret level DoD security clearance.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.
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