Missile Defense Lethality Engineer: Lead Test & Analysis

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI); Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Missile Defense Lethality Engineer to join our team in Huntsville, AL.

The role involves planning and executing lethality tests and analyzing results to inform assessments for ballistic and hypersonic kill vehicles. The ideal candidate holds a STEM degree with extensive missile defense program experience, and possesses a Secret clearance eligibility with CNWDI/RD/FRD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field with 7+ years of missile defense-related or other complex DoD program experience
• Active or reinstatable Secret clearance with CNWDI, RD, or FRD eligibility
• Strong background in hardware design, system integration, and design engineering with ability to generate technical data packages
• Experience leading teams to develop effective solutions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for preparing high‑level reports and leadership briefings
• Demonstrated experience with missile defense lethality and CAD/data analysis/M&S environments

Responsibilities

• Manage Department of Energy (DOE) laboratory lethality assessments for ballistic missile defense and hypersonic defense kill vehicles
• Execute hypervelocity impact testing across multiple test venues and coordinate post‑test data recovery, analysis, and reporting
• Develop comprehensive documentation and deliver presentations detailing kill vehicle assessment methodologies, test results, and analytical findings

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Missile Defense Lethality Engineer to join our team in Huntsville, AL.

The role involves planning and executing lethality tests and analyzing results to inform assessments for ballistic and hypersonic kill vehicles. The ideal candidate holds a STEM degree with extensive missile defense program experience, and possesses a Secret clearance eligibility with CNWDI/RD/FRD.