APL Technical Lead for MDA Combined Test Force Support Project

Relevant Work Experience: 7+ to 10 Years Reference Code: 11326 The Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a not-for-profit center for engineering, research and development. APL is a division of one of the world's premier research universities, Johns Hopkins. Our 399-acre campus, 20 miles north of Washington, DC, is home to 4,300 men and women. We recruit and hire the best and the brightest from top colleges, 68% of those hires are engineers and scientists. We work on more than 400 programs that protect our homeland and advance the nation's vision in research and space science, at an annual funding level of about $680M. The Laboratory has been a major asset to the nation since it was organized to help the war effort in 1942, four months after Pearl Harbor. We're proud of our heritage from those early days and the can-do attitude and spirit of dedication to the nation's welfare that is still a major element of our culture. APL Technical Lead for MDA Combined Test Force Support Project Description:Description:Serve as the technical lead for a JHU/APL project providing support to MDA/DTC, the Combined Test Force (CTF). Lead technical efforts as required across CTF Planning, Operations and Analysis divisions, as well as, at CTF level. Duties:Direct the efforts of multi-disciplinary, multi-organizational teams in developing technical products for the CTF. Participate in the direct design and analysis of flight test and ground test missions and campaigns that are within the responsibilities of the CTF, including the development of pre and post-test analysis plans as well as products. Provide technical assistance in the development of new system test plans, policies and procedures, develop and participate in system test risk management processes, provide leadership in the BMDS Test Incident Report (BTIR) process.Advise the CTF sponsors on appropriate courses of action and technical approach for resolving BMDS T&E issues.Identify and evaluate mission risks and advise the CTF sponsors on potential mitigation measures.Establish and maintain effective reachback between Huntsville and Laurel to ensure timely delivery of technical products.Provide input to the APL project manager on task planning and status reporting.Qualifications:Required:BS in an engineering or physics discipline. 7 years in missile defense Test and Evaluation (T&E). Broad technical experience in test and evaluation of missile defense systems. Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) elements, components, organizations, test ranges, launch operations, test infrastructure, and test facilities (incl. MDIOC.) Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary, multi-organizational teams. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Desired:MS in an engineering or physics discipline. 10-15 years experience in BMD test and evaluation. Familiarity with the Missile Defense Agency DT/DF organization and mission.Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceAPL offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, significant educational assistance, a scholarship tuition program for staff with dependents, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. For more information about our organization, please visit our web site at www.jhuapl.edu Job Location: Huntsville, ALJob Number: 11326Company URL: http://www.jhuapl.edu/Company Profile:The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a national leader in scientific research and development, located midway between Baltimore and Washington, DC. Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, as well as other applicable laws, and values diversity in its workforce. To Apply via APL's Employment Website: * Make note of the Reference Code number for this job* Go to www.jhuapl.edu/employment click on "Search and apply" for current openings at APL. * On the Careers Homepage click on Advanced Search hyperlink* Enter the Reference Code number into Job Req# search box and click the Search button* Select job(s) and follow the instructions to complete the on-line application process.