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Job Description:

Parsons has emerged as a leader in the development of cutting-edge solutions for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our tremendous success can be attributed to our people and our priorities. We hire the best, we make them a priority and we never lose focus on the mission. It’s why we’re here. We have built this cultural legacy by working closely with analysts and operators to understand their needs and delivering meaningful value through innovative, cost effective and intuitive software solutions.

Our Space Operations Directorate is passionate about making America the undisputed leader in space because we understand that ensuring our nation’s security for future generations depends on it. Parsons creates game changing space solutions by teaming highly respected subject matter experts with brilliant technologists. Are you a space systems engineer or orbital analyst looking to take the next step in your career? Would you like to help ensure access to space for future generations? Do you find purpose in serving a greater cause and helping others? This might be the job for you!

We are looking for an energetic, detail-oriented self-starter with a passion for supporting the Space Situational Awareness (SSA) mission as a SSA Subject Matter Expert. In this role, you will support a high visibility project for the Office of Space Commerce that will become the global standard for civil and commercial space traffic coordination. You will provide subject matter expertise to the customer and engineering team in support of the development of data standards, data flows, and supporting analytics. You will also contribute to the development of the overall test strategy for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of data products, conduct research on critical aspects of the overall design of the system, and utilize your considerable knowledge and experience in orbital analysis and astrodynamics to assist in delivering this critical capability.

Due to the level of engagement and collaboration with leadership and the team, this position requires working in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise to project stakeholders in support of the refinement of data and message standards, design of the TraCSS system, data flows and data formats

• Assist with the development of the overall test strategy for the verification and validation of SSA related system data

• Research and present findings related to various technical issues and challenges

• Provide oversight and supervision of other space SMEs and systems engineers

• Prepare and present materials to internal and external stakeholders

• Support business growth initiatives via contract proposals, attendance at customer meetings and conferences, and one-on-one engagements as needed

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 15 years of industry related experience as an astrodynamics engineer, space systems engineer or orbital analyst

• Strong background in astrodynamics with deep understanding of data formats for messages related to orbit determination and conjunction assessment including CDMs, CSMs, OCMs and ODMs

• Knowledge of the foundational concepts of orbit determination, orbit propagation, conjunction assessment and DoD CONOPS supporting the SSA mission

• Experience with verification and validation testing related to the OD and/or CA mission areas

• Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Must be creative, flexible and willing to work with constantly changing priorities

• Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision

• Demonstrated leadership experience with a servant leadership mindset

• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• Possess a strong work ethic that is focused on delivering exceptional results, sometimes on tight deadlines

• Possesses personal integrity and a positive attitude

• Possesses strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Must have strong communication skills including an ability to effectively present complex concepts in a clear and understandable way with teammates and customers

• Must be a US Citizen due to support of US government contracts

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, 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:

$117,000.00 - $210,600.00

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+.

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!About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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