Aegis Senior Systems Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI); Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is looking for a Systems Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency. The role involves developing program plans, managing engineering documents, and coordinating activities with various organizations.

Applicants must have a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline, 12+ years of relevant experience, and an active Secret Clearance. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of related experience working on DOD or missile defense programs.
• Experience with Navy Weapon Systems is a plus.
• Prior experience with Aegis Weapons Systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Systems Engineering support for Missile Defense Agency programs.
• Develop program plans and prepare formal documentation.
• Coordinate program activities across different organizations.
• Lead Integrated Product Teams and Working Groups.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to solve engineering/scientific problems

Self-motivated

Ability to lead teams/tasks

Education

Master’s Degree in a STEM Discipline

US Citizenship with Active Secret Clearance

Job description

Role And Responsibilities

• Provide Systems Engineering support for the Missile Defense Agency Aegis-based Defense Standard Missile Program Office.
• Develop program plans, plan of action and milestone (POA&M) recommendations, and prepare executive level briefing packages and formal documentation. Prepare alternative courses of action analysis and executive level results presentation.
• Produce, review and manage engineering documents. Prepare technical and position papers, engineering briefs, schedules and risk management documents.
• Interface with internal and external MDA activities, Navy programs, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Lincoln Laboratory and industry partners. Coordinate and manage program activities across OGAs.
• Self‑motivated, possess strong oral and written communication skills, and have the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic program office.
• Apply disciplined systems engineering practices, identify and resolve complex problems associated with technical performance requirements, systems engineering, and performance trades and provide potential solutions to senior members of the Program Offices as well as the Missile Defense Agency.
• Lead Integrated Product Teams and Working Groups.
• Assist in the application of innovative digital engineering and agile acquisition processes in the execution of assigned tasks.

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• US Citizenship with Active Secret Clearance
• Master’s Degree in a STEM Discipline
• 12+ years of related experience working on DOD or missile defense programs
• Works independently, as a team member, or leading teams/tasks
• Self‑motivated and have the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic program office.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to apply Engineering rigor to solve engineering/scientific problems
• Ability to provide program oversight and recommendations for resolution of complex technical issues to Senior Leadership within the Program Office and MDA Leadership.
• Familiarity with Navy Weapon Systems.

Desired Qualifications And Education Requirements

• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Prior experience with Aegis Weapons Systems
• Prior Program Office experience
• Technical experience in one of the following areas: Fleet operations, Systems Engineering, Weapon Systems development and operations, Aegis Qualifications, etc.