Senior Systems Engineer

Company: Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 7, 2025

Job Description:

OverviewOwn Your Future. Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer at Joint Base Anacostia Bolling, in Washington D.C.MTSI is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with a TS/SCI clearance to provide support to a Government Program Management Office/Program Manager at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DC. The Senior Systems Engineer's primary focus will be to provide systems engineering as well as program and acquisition support to the Government Team Lead. In addition, the individual will provide technical and programmatic advice and support services on enterprise IT systems, command and control systems, and computer processing-related technologies and programs.Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
• Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
• 100% Employee Ownership: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company-wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
  • Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
  • Flexible schedules
  • 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
  • Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  • Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  • Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
  • Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  • Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
  • Track Record of Success: We have grown every year since our founding in 1993Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance.MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.ResponsibilitiesDuties to be independently executed include but are not limited to:
  • Provide engineering support for program management execution of a United States Air Force (USAF) program. Work with program teams to develop program objectives, integrated roadmaps, detailed schedules, and program budgets.
  • Support the development of technical documentation including, but not limited to, statements of work and specifications, leadership briefs, specific engineering briefs related to the subject matter.
  • Analyze manufacturers' proposals as permitted by law and regulation. Facilitate and provide engineering support throughout the design, integration, and test and execution processes.
  • Apply integration, communication, coordination, organizational and planning expertise to technical research and development activities and acquisition across a broad spectrum of functional disciplines in order to assist with the implementation of program direction.
  • Plan, organize and manage critical aspects of the development, production, and/or development of systems, sub-systems, or equipment, to include managing program cost, schedule, and performance.
  • Assist in milestone planning, tracking, scheduling, briefing preparations, staff coordination, and decision documentation preparation.
  • Gather data, conduct analyses, evaluation, and validations of acquisition programmatic documentation.
  • Assist the program office in complying with tasks related to the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System, CONOPS, architectural views, security accreditations and certifications, acquisition reports, program management agreements, and memorandums of agreement.
  • Assist the program office in complying with applicable statutory and regulatory guidance.
  • Assist in the creation and approval of acquisition strategies, program planning and creation, early capability development strategies and project planning, and the transition of program execution to the appropriate Program Executive Officer.
  • Develop integration plans and procedures and organize resources to facilitate program transition activities.
  • Develop and communicate roadmaps for programs and associated technologies and product lines.
  • Establish trusted and influential relationships with customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
  • Work both individually and with a broader engineering, program management, and security team.
  • Work on multiple networks across various classification levels, adhering to all security policies, procedures, and processes.Qualifications--- 10-15 years of relevant engineering experience with at least:o 10 years in an engineering role for a systems program office/similar organization.--- Have experience working on classified and/or special access programs.--- Be a self-starter, thrive in a dynamic environment, can accomplish high-level tasks independently, is skilled in problem definition, and work well with other team members, members of the Senior Executive Service and senior military officers.--- Ability to coordinate with both internal and external organizations to accomplish common goals.--- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Teams).--- Highly adept in engineering tools such as Cameo, DOORS.--- Ability to learn new tools and adopt digital engineering business practices.--- Must have knowledge of military platforms, systems, and operations.--- Must have experience with collaboration tools including, but not limited to: Confluence and/or Jira.--- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to clearly translate client technical needs and assimilate project information.Education Requirements:--- A minimum of a BS degree in a technical field such as engineering, mathematics or physics.Desired Skills:--- An advanced degree (MS/PhD) in a technical field such as engineering, mathematics or physics, or equivalent experience.--- Good knowledge of networking, communications, command and control systems, and datalinks.--- Knowledge of current DoD acquisition regulations/policy and applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations.--- Knowledge of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center's framework, directives, and policies.Clearance Requirements:Candidates for this position must possess a current TOP SECRET clearance and be eligible for access to both TOP SECRET Special Access Programs (SAPs) and TOP SECRET Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). Requires 12 months of SAP experience within the last 3 years.Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required for this position due to contract requirements.The pay range for this position in Washington D.C. is $160,000/year to $180,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract wages, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site.
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