Launch Systems Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

ESOP

Educational reimbursement

PTO 20 days + 10 holidays

Bonuses

Health insurance

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) seeks a Launch Systems Engineer to provide senior‑level leadership in launch operations and space segment engineering within a secure government environment.

You will coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful integration of space systems with launch vehicles and guide design, integration, and testing to readiness. Qualified candidates will have expertise in classified weapon system launch planning, space vehicle engineering, and experience

Qualifications

• Expert in classified weapon system launch planning, processing, and execution.
• Space system design, test, and launch vehicle integration knowledge.
• Space vehicle engineering, design, integration, and test expertise.
• Strong written and verbal communication to briefing leadership.
• Experience in SAPF/SCIF environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level leadership in launch operations and space engineering.
• Ensure space systems integrate with launch vehicles and coordinate across teams.
• Guide design, integration, and testing to readiness.
• Identify risks and present mitigation to leadership.
• Prepare technical briefings, reports, and decision-support materials.
• Represent the program in launch planning meetings and reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers in launch and space practices.
• Ensure compliance with SAP/SFSCIF environments.

Skills

Launch planning

Space system design

Space vehicle engineering

Technical briefing

SAPF/SCIF experience

Education

MA/MS degree preferred

Bachelor's degree with 12+ years experience acceptable

Aerospace or Systems Engineering or Physics degree

Job description

Overview

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Launch Systems Engineer with extensive expertise in classified weapon system launch planning, processing, and execution, as well as space vehicle engineering, design, integration, and test. This position supports a U.S. Space Force (USSF) program office responsible for developing, integrating, testing, and launching advanced space systems. Work will be performed in secure government environments supporting highly sensitive and mission‑critical programs.

Responsibilities

As a Launch Systems Engineer, you will provide senior‑level technical leadership in launch operations and space segment engineering. You will ensure successful integration of space systems with launch vehicles, coordinate across multi-disciplinary teams, and provide technical guidance to achieve mission success.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Serve as an expert in classified weapon system launch planning, processing, and execution.
• Provide engineering expertise in space vehicle design, integration, and testing to ensure launch readiness.
• Apply deep knowledge of launch vehicle development, design processes, schedules, and interfacing agencies.
• Coordinate technical activities to ensure successful launch vehicle integration and mission execution.
• Identify technical risks and provide evidence‑based mitigation strategies to senior leadership.
• Prepare and deliver technical briefings, reports, and decision‑support materials.
• Represent the program office in launch planning meetings, integration reviews, and cross‑organizational forums.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in launch and space segment engineering practices.

Qualifications

• Expert in classified weapon system launch planning, processing, and execution.
• Highly knowledgeable in space system design, test, and launch vehicle integration processes.
• Expert in space vehicle engineering, design, integration, and test.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of briefing senior leadership on technical and operational matters.
• Experience in SAPF/SCIF environments preferred.

Desired Requirements

• Experience supporting ACAT I/II or highly classified programs.
• Familiarity with DoD launch vehicle standards, system integration processes, and mission assurance practices.
• Experience with launch simulation, test, integration tools, or advanced space systems platforms.

Education Requirements

• MA/MS degree preferred.
• Tradeoff: A Bachelor's degree is acceptable with 12+ years of relevant experience in similar programs or positions.
• The Materiel Leader may waive the MA/MS requirement based on experience and mission needs.
• Degree should be in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, physics, or a related technical field from an accredited institution.

Clearance Requirements

• Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• Must be willing to work in SAP environments as needed.
• Must maintain TS/SCI eligibility and be willing to undergo a Counterintelligence polygraph.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Location/Travel Requirements

• Full‑time on‑site support within secure government facilities (SAPF/SCIF).
• Approximately 15‑20% CONUS travel, with potential for limited OCONUS travel depending on mission needs.

For additional company information, please visit: www.mtsi-va.com

The pay range for this position in California is $170,000/year to $215,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract wages, 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.

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.