Aegis SM-3 Senior Systems Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting PTO 20 days + 10 holidays

6% 401k match

Semi-annual bonus eligibility

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Up to $10,000 educational reimburse

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a senior systems engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency’s Aegis-based programs. The role focuses on engineering rigor, decision analysis, and leadership of Integrated Product Teams in a fast-paced environment.

You will develop program plans, analyze courses of action, prepare executive briefings, and generate essential documentation. Collaboration with Navy, APL, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, and industry partners is required.

Qualifications

• US citizenship with active Secret clearance.
• 7+ years of related experience on DoD or missile defense programs.
• Works independently, as a team member, or leading teams/tasks.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced 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 to senior leadership within the Program Office and MDA Leadership.
• Familiarity with Navy Weapon Systems.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Prior experience with Aegis Weapons Systems is desirable.
• Prior Program Office experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide Systems Engineering support for the Missile Defense Agency Aegis-based Defense Standard Missile Program Office.
• Develop program plans, POA&M recommendations, and prepare executive briefing packages.
• Prepare alternative courses of action analysis and executive level results presentation.
• Produce, review and manage engineering documents; prepare technical papers and risk management documents.
• Interface with Navy, Johns Hopkins APL, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, and industry partners; coordinate program activities across OGAs.
• Lead Integrated Product Teams and Working Groups.
• Assist in applying innovative digital engineering and agile acquisition processes.

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


• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM Discipline


• 7+ 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.

The pay range for this position in Virginia is $125,000/year to $155,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, 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.

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 Owned

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 up to $9k annually


• 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 educational 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

MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.