Overview
Own Your Future. Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Systems Engineer supporting AFRL in Albuquerque, NM.
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 schedules6% 401k match with immediate vestingSemi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement accountUp to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursementOther company funded benefits, like life and disability insuranceOptional zero deductible Blue Cross / Blue Shield health insurance planTrack 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.
Responsibilities
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team at Kirtland Air Force Base, NM., to support execution of the Space Systems and Hardware Integration for Novel Space Experiments (SSHINE) program supporting Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) / Integrated Experiments and Evaluation Division (RVE), Rapid Architecture Prototyping and Integration Development (RAPID) Branch (RVEX). This position requires a strong understanding of space requirements, testing, and operational environment. The candidate will support the AFRL RAPID mission in order to drive data-informed decisions at speed, maximizing the Services flexibility and efficiency in delivering space-based capabilities for the Joint Force and the nation. A successful candidate is a self-starting proven leader and problem solver with the ability to deliver superior results as part of a high-profile, fast-paced environment, and who has excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to :
Assisting in development of Systems Engineering Plan and other systems engineering documents for the RAPID missionProviding systems engineering support to RVEX, including mission, architecture and system performance analysis; requirement management, verification, and validationProviding system integration support, trade study analysis, configuration management, deficiency reporting tracking, risk management, and interface control management.Providing RVEX engineering support, including contractor performance tracking, milestone planning, briefing preparation, staff coordination, and decision document preparation.Advocating for RVEX; developing and documenting program changes, plans, and / or processes.Assisting in RAPID technical reviews, processes, and criteria.Supporting efforts across multiple RAPID sub-teams in the areas of : Systems Engineering, Test Planning and Execution, Validation and Verification (V&V), and Pre / Post-Mission Analysis.Conducting program and mission risk analysis and development of risk mitigation plans.Prepare decision-quality materials such as briefings and supporting documentation (white papers, fact sheets, status reports, progress reports, and information papers) for senior-level reviews and mission milestone decision meetings.Coordinating and supporting briefings, technical interchange meetings, working groups, and scheduling meetings to ensure RAPID team success.Working in small, targeted teams to identify emerging capabilities, organize studies and concept development, rapidly prototype and deliver advanced capabilities to the USSF.Meeting with third-party technology vendors and evaluate performers from the solicitation and proposal process through technology delivery in support of sponsor RAPID requirements.Communicating highly technical problems and solutions from engineers to senior USSF and AFRL leadership.Working as a trusted, strategic partner with the customer by delivering actionable insights about emerging technologies as well as with technically-minded external partners.Qualifications
Required
5 years of systems engineering experience on complex defense systems (communications systems is highly preferred)Experience with DoD space missions and programsKnowledge of DoD Systems Engineering best policies, practices, procedures.Experience with duties or assignments specifically in support of engineering relevant to space programs.Ability to understand DoD / USSF systems engineering processes and documentation.Ability to understand working with military or DoD civilian clients and managing professional relationships.Education requirements
Required Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), Information Technology, computer science or similar from a regionally accredited institution.Desired : Masters degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), Information Technology, computer science or similar from a regionally accredited institution.Clearance Requirements
Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibilityLocation / Travel Requirements :
Full-time, on site in vicinity of Albuquerque, NM and will require travel up to 25% of time within the continental United States. The candidate may travel to Government agencies and / or other contractor locations, as required, in support of design and test requirements reviews, briefings to industry, conferences and other meetings related to RAPID integration and test programs.LI-JW1
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Salary : $10,000
