Strategic Architecture Analyst at Parsons Corporation in Huntsville, AL | USD108,700-190,200 | Kablio

Role

Description

trade studies

architecture requirements

capability gap

briefings

requirements coordination

methodology development

Support the development of Initial Requirements Documents, Architecture Requirements Packages, and other systems engineering artifacts related to the MDS, as applicable
Support the development of alternative architecture concepts addressing projected capability gaps, real world threats, and intelligence community threat estimates
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
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
Scope, execute and document the results of MDS architecture trade studies as a member of the Architecture Design Team
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
Support the Architecture Design Team to scope and define trade study methodologies, measures and deliverables

Requirements

bachelors

ts/sci

missile defense

rf sensors

dod

office suite

Bachelors degree and 7+ years working on missile defense-related or other DoD program / project
Have detailed knowledge of the Missile Defense System to include Command and Control networks
Familiarity with Air Force Missile Defense Systems (GMD/UEWRs/ABAD, etc.)
Having or having eligibility for a TS/SCI Clearance
Bachelors degree with 20+ years of experience or Masters degree with 12+ years of experience
Familiarity with DOD and MDA processes and procedures
Familiarity with Army Missile Defense Systems (THAAD/PATRIOT/IBCS, etc.)
Familiarity with Navy Missile Defense Systems (CEC/Aegis, etc.)
Expertise in RF/Overhead sensors/optics (EO/IR)/photonics/EW/EA/EP also a plus
Active Secret security clearance required
Proficient in the Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point)

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1944 Founded

Year of Establishment

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.

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Role

Description

trade studies

architecture requirements

capability gap

briefings

requirements coordination

methodology development

Support the development of Initial Requirements Documents, Architecture Requirements Packages, and other systems engineering artifacts related to the MDS, as applicable
Support the development of alternative architecture concepts addressing projected capability gaps, real world threats, and intelligence community threat estimates
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
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
Scope, execute and document the results of MDS architecture trade studies as a member of the Architecture Design Team
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
Support the Architecture Design Team to scope and define trade study methodologies, measures and deliverables

Requirements

bachelors

ts/sci

missile defense

rf sensors

dod

office suite

Bachelors degree and 7+ years working on missile defense-related or other DoD program / project
Have detailed knowledge of the Missile Defense System to include Command and Control networks
Familiarity with Air Force Missile Defense Systems (GMD/UEWRs/ABAD, etc.)
Having or having eligibility for a TS/SCI Clearance
Bachelors degree with 20+ years of experience or Masters degree with 12+ years of experience
Familiarity with DOD and MDA processes and procedures
Familiarity with Army Missile Defense Systems (THAAD/PATRIOT/IBCS, etc.)
Familiarity with Navy Missile Defense Systems (CEC/Aegis, etc.)
Expertise in RF/Overhead sensors/optics (EO/IR)/photonics/EW/EA/EP also a plus
Active Secret security clearance required
Proficient in the Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point)

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1944 Founded

Year of Establishment

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.

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