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Project Engineer / Systems Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
Colorado, CO Other
POSTED ON 2/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/14/2026

Overview

Own Your Future.

 

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is searching for a Project Engineer/ Systems Engineer to support United States Space Force (USSF) in developing and deploying defensive cyber capabilities in support of Space Systems Command (SSC) and other Space agencies. Our Mission: Rapidly Field and Sustain Leading Defensive Cyber Capabilities.  A successful candidate should be a leader and problem solver with a proven ability to deliver superior results as part of a high performing team in a fast-paced environment.

 

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 1993

Modern 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.

Responsibilities

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is searching for a Project Engineer/Systems Engineer to support United States Space Force (USSF) in developing and deploying defensive cyber capabilities in support of Space Systems Command (SSC) and other Space agencies. Our Mission: Rapidly Field and Sustain Leading Defensive Cyber Capabilities.  A successful candidate should be a leader and problem solver with a proven ability to deliver superior results as part of a high performing team in a fast-paced environment.

 

Role and Responsibilities:

 

As a Project Engineer with MTSI, you focus on technical understanding of defensive cyber capabilities that we help produce, as well as the various USSF mission systems to which our capabilities are deployed.  And, you will team with multiple Project Managers/Coordinators to be the technical lead of a small matrixed team, coordinating with the mission system owners to deploy the capabilities at various sites on various space mission systems. These deployment efforts are fast-paced micro-projects, requiring smart, adaptable, engaging technical leaders to plan, schedule, and execute the deployments. 

 

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:

 

Review, analyze, and understand technical documentation/baselines for our capabilities and various mission systems. Communicate strong technical understanding to mission system owners and internal client leadership. Lead teams on capability deployments, may include travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites.  Provide technical information for metrics reporting to promote efficiency and continuous process improvement to deliver capabilities faster.

Qualifications

Qualifications Required:

  • Engineering/technical expertise: background in engineering fields relevant to space systems or associated ground systems
  • Experience with Data Analytics
  • KPI and Metrics creation and reporting
  • Entrepreneurial and Motivated
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Effective organizational skills
  • Planning and Scheduling

Required Experience:

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience with BA/BS; Or 9 years of relevant experience

Desired Experience:

  • Relevant DoD and/or Industry work experience in Space Systems Command
  • Experience with Defensive Cyber Operations (SSC/SZWO) program office
  • Cyber-related certifications and experience: Defensive Cyber Operations, Security , CISSP, etc

Education:

  • BS in Engineering or Computer Science; MA/MS desired

Clearance:

  • Must possess an active DoD Secret Clearance. A Top Secret (TS) security clearance (with SCI and SAP eligibility) is HIGHLY desired.

Location/Travel Requirements:

  • Place of work is Colorado Springs, remote work opportunity is limited. You may be required to travel periodically, less than 10%.

 

The pay range for this position in Colorado is $125,000/year to $150,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract rates, 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. This information is provided per the Colorado Equal Pay Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI’s internal or external careers site

 

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