COLSA Corporation
Overview
COLSA is seeking a
Validation & Verification Analyst
in support of the
Missile and Space Intelligence Center (MSIC)
in
Huntsville, Alabama .
This role is 100% on-site.
Will apply understanding of modeling and simulation (M&S) to perform integrated threat scenario validation and verification (V&V) testing and analysis for the ITASE V&V Team onsite at MSIC. This includes:
Software validation and verification testing and analysis:
Performing software release testing of ITASE threat models and Architecture Suite
Analyzing M&S performance of small to large integrated scenarios, focusing on messages sent between simulation federates and comparing threat model performance to Intelligence data
Configuring complex M&S scenarios using threat model documentation and Intelligence data
Executing simulation scenarios using multiple simulations such as ITASE, AFSIM, and/or NGTS
Executing simulations with user-configured ("Constructive") threat models as well as Operator-in-the-Loop (OITL) threat models
Using Gitlab Software Configuration Management for software issue reporting and file configuration management
Performing software issue resolution testing
Using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for documenting test reports and results
Team Collaboration:
Using MatterMost collaboration software to clearly and effectively communicate with teams between multiple labs and locations
Work within the V&V team as well as with all teams in the program and at multiple Intelligence Production Centers (IPCs) such as NASIC, NGIC, and ONI
Candidate selected must:
Efficiently manage personal tasking, make informed decisions with minimal supervision, and proactively seek out the necessary information to complete assignments
Work in a fast-paced lab environment onsite at MSIC, interfacing routinely with both Contractor and Government employees
Exercise effective technical written and oral communication with Program Management and teammates
Multitask well, have a positive attitude, be highly motivated and a productive team player
At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here.
Required Skills
Required Experience
Required Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in STEM field or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience
Demonstrated M&S, software testing experience
Working knowledge of desktop applications including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint software packages
Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance; must complete a DIA CI Polygraph within 6 months after hire date
U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications
ITASE, NGTS, and/or AFSIM experience
ITASE Threat model development and/or Architecture Suite development experience
Military systems and threat model knowledge
Gitlab, Jenkins, Mattermost knowledge
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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Validation & Verification Analyst
in support of the
Missile and Space Intelligence Center (MSIC)
in
Huntsville, Alabama .
This role is 100% on-site.
Will apply understanding of modeling and simulation (M&S) to perform integrated threat scenario validation and verification (V&V) testing and analysis for the ITASE V&V Team onsite at MSIC. This includes:
Software validation and verification testing and analysis:
Performing software release testing of ITASE threat models and Architecture Suite
Analyzing M&S performance of small to large integrated scenarios, focusing on messages sent between simulation federates and comparing threat model performance to Intelligence data
Configuring complex M&S scenarios using threat model documentation and Intelligence data
Executing simulation scenarios using multiple simulations such as ITASE, AFSIM, and/or NGTS
Executing simulations with user-configured ("Constructive") threat models as well as Operator-in-the-Loop (OITL) threat models
Using Gitlab Software Configuration Management for software issue reporting and file configuration management
Performing software issue resolution testing
Using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for documenting test reports and results
Team Collaboration:
Using MatterMost collaboration software to clearly and effectively communicate with teams between multiple labs and locations
Work within the V&V team as well as with all teams in the program and at multiple Intelligence Production Centers (IPCs) such as NASIC, NGIC, and ONI
Candidate selected must:
Efficiently manage personal tasking, make informed decisions with minimal supervision, and proactively seek out the necessary information to complete assignments
Work in a fast-paced lab environment onsite at MSIC, interfacing routinely with both Contractor and Government employees
Exercise effective technical written and oral communication with Program Management and teammates
Multitask well, have a positive attitude, be highly motivated and a productive team player
At COLSA, people are our most valuable resource and centered at our core value. We invite you to unite your talents with opportunity and be a part of our “Family of Professionals!” Learn about our employee-centric culture and benefits here.
Required Skills
Required Experience
Required Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in STEM field or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience
Demonstrated M&S, software testing experience
Working knowledge of desktop applications including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint software packages
Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance; must complete a DIA CI Polygraph within 6 months after hire date
U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications
ITASE, NGTS, and/or AFSIM experience
ITASE Threat model development and/or Architecture Suite development experience
Military systems and threat model knowledge
Gitlab, Jenkins, Mattermost knowledge
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. COLSA Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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