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Systems Engineer, Senior Principal

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 25 Apr 2025

About the role

Overview

Own Your Future. Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Systems Engineer, Senior Principal in Dayton, OH. 

 

MTSI is seeking a Systems Engineer, Senior Principal who will provide Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL) for technology development projects.  The individual and their team will assist with leading and coordinating technology development efforts among industry and multiple mission partners.

 

How you will contribute to our National Security and Defense mission:As a Systems Engineer, Senior Principal with MTSI, you will be responsible for providing systems engineering and program management support to the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL). You will sit in the Air Force customer space and be an integral part of a combined government/contractor team developing and demonstrating cutting-edge avionics capabilities for the Department of the Air Force.

 

You’ll be a great fit for this role if: • You have a passion for aerospace, defense, and advanced technologies.• You understand the urgent need to modernize our defense systems and give our troops the best possible tools.• Paying attention to detail and providing excellent customer service in a professional environment is a skill you excel at.• You are passionate about continuous learning and growth, and you seek opportunities to challenge yourself.• You are driven to make a meaningful impact through your work.

 

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

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:• Provide senior systems engineering and program management support expertise advancing engineering program development related to Research and Development, acquisition, development and testing of unique technologies.• Work closely with program managers, lead project engineers, and program teams.• Advise on research demonstrations and testing opportunities, identify and mitigate program risks, advise on new technologies, and advise on emerging threat assessments.• Analyze program requirements, attend design reviews, and evaluate plans for system assembly, testing, and demonstration.• Assist with review of contractor deliverable status, milestone schedules, status reports, and cost performance reports.• Up to 20% travel in support of testing and technical interface exchange meetings.

Qualifications

Qualifications Required:• Experience as a developmental engineer or program manager.• Experience with requirements analysis, requirements definition and verification, technology planning, air or space vehicle and systems design, systems integration, and advanced testing.• Experience with risk management as projects transition from initial designs to Critical Design Review, build, and demonstration.• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) program acquisition planning a

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