Advanced Architecture Analyst

nou Systems, Inc. (nSI) is now officially a 100% ESOP company! We value teamwork and collaboration, and this transition allows us to take that commitment to a new level. nSI empowers our customers by supplying products, services, and expertise with powerful, data driven insights that transform defense systems and improve capabilities.

We are pleased to announce the opening for an Advanced Architecture Analyst, who will join our Engineering Services Division in Huntsville, Alabama and become part of our rapidly growing technology company operating in missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, biotechnology, and space control marketspaces. In this role you will get to define and evaluate Missile Defense System (MDS) capability trade space envelope, architectural performance metrics, and other high-level performance metrics as applicable.

Responsibilities : You’ll be :

Scoping, executing, and documenting the results of MDS architecture trade studies as a member of the Architecture Design Team

Supporting the development of Initial Requirements Documents, Architecture Requirements Packages, and other systems engineering artifacts related to the MDS, as applicable

Supporting the development of alternative architecture concepts addressing projected capability gaps, real world threats, and intelligence community threat estimates

Leading and coordinating the development of architecture requirements, development, and analysis in support of Service and Combatant Commands (CCMD) needs.

Leading, developing, and coordinating MDA vision and strategies to support the Warfighter, including coordinating with DoD, Joint Staff, Services, CCMDs, Intel Community (IC), Other Governmental Agencies (OGA), national labs, Industry and international partners

Supporting the Architecture Design Team to scope and define trade study methodologies, measures and deliverables

Supporting activities of the Architecture Design Team; provides, develops and delivers briefings addressing applicable trade study efforts; provides comment and review to work products developed by other Working Group members

Coordinating future technology requirements across the breadth of MDA and with DoD, Joint Staff, Services, the IC, and OGAs

Coordinating trade study related activities and work products with teammates across the Architecture Design Team and external MDA stakeholders as applicable

Basic Qualifications :

Master's degree and 12 years of relevant experience OR a Bachelor's degree and 20 years of relevant experience

Must be a US Citizen and have / able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance

Familiarity with DOD and MDA processes and procedures

Preferred Qualifications :

Have detailed knowledge of the MDS to include Command and Control networks

Preferred Navy veteran that held a position such as an Aegis Weapon System EDO or Joint Interface Control Officer, or alternatively an Army / Air Force veteran that understands MDS Elements such as THAAD / LTAMDS / Sentinel / PATRIOT / GMD

Be able to successfully accomplish the duties by working with minimal guidance

Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

nou (pronounced ‘new’) Systems :

Since its founding in 2012, nou Systems has built a reputation for excellence in innovative engineering, prototype development, and technical and professional services in multiple markets, including missile defense, cybersecurity, test range modernization, and space control. Our diverse and highly skilled team delivers state-of-the-art products from concepts and prototypes to fully developed and integrated solutions.

We offer significant advancement and personal career development opportunities within our dynamic high-tech company. Our culture is firmly established in treating our employees like family.

Benefits of working at nSI

nou Systems, Inc. offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and diverse benefits that reflect our company culture of service, excellence, and a supportive work environment. Benefits may vary based on status, but the majority of our positions include the following :

Competitive Wages

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility

Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Flexible Spending Accounts

Norton LifeLock

Tuition Reimbursement

Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

nSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment opportunities at nSI are based upon a candidate’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO / AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.nou-systems.com / workingatnou. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.