Support the development of Initial Requirements Documents, Architecture Requirements Packages, and other systems engineering artifacts related to the MDS, as applicable
Support the Architecture Design Team to scope and define trade study methodologies, measures and deliverables
Support activities of the Architecture Design Team; provide, develop and deliver briefings addressing applicable trade study efforts; provide comment and review to work products developed by other Working Group members
Scope, execute and document the results of MDS architecture trade studies as a member of the Architecture Design Team
Coordinate future technology requirements across the breadth of MDA and with DoD, Joint Staff, Services, the IC, and OGAs.
Coordinate trade study related activities and work products with teammates across the Architecture Design Team and external MDA stakeholders as applicable
Support the development of alternative architecture concepts addressing projected capability gaps, real world threats, and intelligence community threat estimates
Lead and coordinate the development of architecture requirements, development, and analysis in support of Service and Combatant Commands (CCMD) needs.
Lead, develop, and coordinate 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
Requirements
rf sensors
photonics
bachelors
20+ yrs
office suite
ts/sci
Expertise in RF/Overhead sensors/optics (EO/IR)/photonics/EW/EA/EP also a plus
Bachelors degree with 20+ years of experience or Masters degree with 12+ years of experience
Proficient in the Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point)
Familiarity with Air Force Missile Defense Systems (GMD/UEWRs/ABAD, etc.)
Have detailed knowledge of the Missile Defense System to include Command and Control networks
Bachelors degree and 7+ years working on missile defense-related or other DoD program / project
Familiarity with Army Missile Defense Systems (THAAD/PATRIOT/IBCS, etc.)
Familiarity with Navy Missile Defense Systems (CEC/Aegis, etc.)
Having or having eligibility for a TS/SCI Clearance
Familiarity with DOD and MDA processes and procedures
The company was established in 1944 by Ralph M. Parsons in California.
$6 Billion Annual
Revenue Figure
The firm generates an average of $6 billion in annual revenue.
Free Space Shuttle Move
Notable Achievement
The company successfully transported the Space Shuttle Endeavour at no cost.
Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally.
It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction.
Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works.
Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects.
The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.
Culture + Values
Safety: We adeptly avoid risk through our high‑value technical and management solutions and a companywide, personal commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy culture and environment in all our offices and on each of our projects.
Quality: We’re on a never‑ending quest to improve our processes, services, and products. Our quality management systems ensure ISO 9001 compliance every time…
Integrity: Having integrity means that we remain transparent in our practices by openly communicating with each other, our customers, and stakeholders; that we prioritize the quality of every job; and that we do the right thing each time we’re faced with a tough decision.
Innovation: Through intensive research and development, partnerships, and rapid prototyping, we confidently provide inventive processes and unique solutions that offer unrivaled value to our customers.
Sustainability: We operate in accordance with best practices to deliver solutions while addressing environmental risk and minimizing our carbon footprint.
Environment + Sustainability
50% Reduction
Absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG Emissions by 2030
Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, referencing a 2019 base year.
100% Renewable
Electricity Sourcing by 2028
A commitment to sourcing 100% of electricity from renewable sources by 2028, having started from 0% in 2019.
90% Reduction
Absolute GHG Emissions by 2045
Long-term goal to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2045.
Net-Zero Goal
GHG Emissions by 2045
Comprehensive target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2045.
Purchased renewable energy certificates and reduced market-based Scope 2 emissions in 2023.
Achieved significant diversion of shredded paper and repurposed electronics in 2023.
Recycled or repurposed hardware units in Middle East offices in 2023.
Inclusion & Diversity
34% increase
Diversity Representation
The organization achieved a significant 34% increase in diversity representation across the enterprise in 2021.
33% increase
Women in Leadership
Women in leadership roles grew by 33% within the organization in 2021, reflecting progress in gender diversity.
50% diverse
Executive Leadership
The executive leadership team was 50% diverse and demonstrated a strong commitment to inclusion in early 2022.
100% score
Human Rights Campaign Index
The organization earned a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index for 2023–2024, highlighting its dedication to LGBTQ+ equality.
Created a DEI Council in 2017 to unify efforts around diversity and inclusion.
Supports Employee Business Resource Groups such as MILVET, HOLA, PRIDE Alliance, BELONG, PWR, SOAR, and FORCE to foster networking, mentorship, and professional development.
Recognized as one of Forbes' 2023 Best Employers for Diversity.