Infrared R&D Engineer for DoD/IC Sensor Signatures

Mtsi Va; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 20 days

Holidays 10

Health insurance

Flexible schedules

Education reimbursement

ESOP

401k match

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc (MTSI) in Dayton, OH seeks a Research and Development Engineer (Infrared) to advance DoD/IC infrared signature projects. An active TS/SCI clearance with eligibility to obtain a CI Polygraph is required.

You will model and analyze EO/IR data, apply phenomenology to complex systems, and collaborate across disciplines in a fast-paced R&D environment using high-fidelity IR modeling tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics.
• 6+ years of relevant experience in the field.
• Experience working with EO/IR sensor data.
• Strong knowledge of space-based EO/IR sensor phenomenology.
• Proficiency in using high-fidelity IR signature modeling applications.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Strong communication skills capable of conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines and departments, while also being self-sufficient when needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in infrared target signatures to support critical projects within the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC).
• Apply deep technical knowledge of EO/IR sensor data and phenomenology to model, simulate, and analyze infrared signatures of complex systems.
• Work in a dynamic R&D environment where innovation and collaboration are highly valued.
• Utilize high-fidelity IR signature modeling applications and work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills

EO/IR data

Phenomenology knowledge

IR modeling tools

Project management

Communication skills

Teamwork across disciplines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Eng./Aero Eng./Mech Eng./Physics

Master's degree in Materials Eng./Aero Eng./Mech Eng./Physics

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc (MTSI) in Dayton, OH seeks a Research and Development Engineer (Infrared) to advance DoD/IC infrared signature projects. An active TS/SCI clearance with eligibility to obtain a CI Polygraph is required.

You will model and analyze EO/IR data, apply phenomenology to complex systems, and collaborate across disciplines in a fast-paced R&D environment using high-fidelity IR modeling tools.