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Interdisciplinary General Engineer/ Operations Research Analyst
Missile Defense AgencyColorado Springs, CO · Mid
$91,870 – $144,102
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 4, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This Department of Defense position supports the planning and execution of Missile Defense System flight tests, coordinating across multiple agencies to manage technical requirements, budgets, and contracts. It suits engineers or operations research analysts with experience in complex weapon system testing and multi-directorate program integration.
Our summary, not Missile Defense Agency’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- One year of specialized experience at NH-02/GS-11 equivalent level
- At least 2 of 3 specialized experiences: planning/executing complex weapon system testing, integrating weapon systems across agencies, or developing test concepts and standards
- Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program OR equivalent education and experience in engineering or operations research
- For operations research: degree in operations research or 24+ semester hours in OR, mathematics, probability, statistics, or related quantitative fields (at least 3 in calculus)
Nice to have
- Professional registration as Engineer Intern, Engineer in Training, or Professional Engineer
- Passage of Fundamentals of Engineering examination