Payload Processing Systems Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; Cape Canaveral (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking multiple levels of Payload Processing Systems Engineers to support critical national defense programs. This role involves planning and executing launch operations, ensuring safety and compliance, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a technical background, ready to engage in meaningful work that impacts national security. Join a team that values employee ownership and offers great benefits, including flexible schedules and tuition reimbursement, while making a difference in the aerospace sector.

Benefits

20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays

Flexible schedules

6% 401k match

Semi-annual bonus eligibility

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000

Life and disability insurance

Zero deductible health insurance plan

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• General knowledge of NRO/OSL policies.

Responsibilities

• Support launch systems planning and execution.
• Coordinate with contractors and program offices.
• Conduct safety reviews and evaluations.

Skills

Payload Processing

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Technical Degree

Job description

Overview

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking multiple skill levels of Payload Processing Systems Engineer. An active TS/SCI security clearance with a polygraph is required.

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• 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 Ownership: 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
  • 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 tuition 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.

Responsibilities

Launch and Payload operations specialists to support the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) Office of Space Launch (OSL). In this capacity, successful candidates will serve the customers critical needs as the focal point for launch systems planning, acquisition, integration and operations.

In this role, your duties and responsibilities will include some or many aspects of the following:

• Provide day-of-launch planning, rehearsal and execution of launch and initialization activities
• Support the development and execution of project mission requirements, technical reviews, mission integration planning, Range coordination, readiness review preparation, technical procedure coordination, anomaly resolution, integration of mission requirements, and Lessons Learned adjudication
• Develop, update, and standardize Day-of-Launch processes, procedures, and products used by OSL personnel
• Coordinate with Ranges, launch vehicle contractors and program office personnel on the implementation of changes to ConOps and ensure changes are reflected in preparations and rehearsals
• Assist in the development of the launch support concept by mission to deliver the launch constant criteria by mission to develop rehearsal scenarios and scripts
• Prepare and track action items and lessons learned following each readiness event
• Provide technical analysis of hazards associated with spacecraft design, aerospace ground support equipment/hardware, facilities and processing for OSL
• Review and assess procedures and plans for SV programs, launch vehicle integration, and Operations and Maintenance and other support contractors as applicable
• Conduct/support facility readiness walk-downs prior to vehicle arrival and propellant operations
• Perform safety reviews and evaluations of support contractors and subcontractors for all processing activities
• Ensure implementation of applicable range safety requirements for space vehicle programs, support equipment/hardware and facilities
• Actively participate in major design reviews, working groups, readiness reviews, technical interchange meetings splinter groups, etc
• Provide cradle-to-grave payload processing support activities
• Provide day-of launch integration and execution of launch and initialization activities, as well as daily operations support for Satellite Control Network users
• Perform planning, integration, scheduling, training, and execution of launch, ascent, and on-orbit operations for NRO missions and assigned partner launches

Qualifications

RequiredQualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to convey information in a clear and articulate manner to teammates and customers
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize competing requirements and tasks and managing long-term tasks as well as short-term obligations
• General knowledge of NRO/OSL or other relevant IC/DOD policies and procedures
• Critical thinking skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Travel may be required less than 25% of thetime

Desired Qualifications:

• Direct experience working in or with NRO/OSL
• Technicaldegree
• Experience in all phases ofspacelaunch life cycle

PAYLOAD PROCESSING SYSTEMS ENGINEER, LEVEL I (PPSE-1)The PPSE-1 position is an entry level engineering professional who possesses some knowledgeof payload processing systems and processes. PPSE-1 will be required to support cradle to gravepayload processing support activities. PPSE-1 contractors shall possess at least Technical LevelI (Tl) and the following minimum qualifications:General understanding of payload processing processes and practices, launch sitepreparations flow.PAYLOAD PROCESSING SYSTEMS ENGINEER, LEVEL II (PPSE-11)The PPSE-II position is an entry level engineering professional who possesses a workingknowledge of payload processing systems and processes. PPSE-II will develop briefings andassessments for a variety of Government customers and audiences and must be able to conveyinformation in a clear and articulate manner. PPSE-II will be required to support cradle to gravepayload processing activities. PPSE-II contractors shall possess at least Technical Level II (T2)and the following minimum qualifications:•2 years payload processing experience•General knowledge ofNRO/OSL launch policy and procedures•General understanding of payload processing processes and practices, launch sitepreparations flow and day-of-launch procedures•General understanding ofNRO Satellite Vehicle launch site interface requirements,transportation and processing requirements

PAYLOAD PROCESSING SYSTEMS ENGINEER, LEVEL III (PPSE-III)The PPSE-III position is a mid-level engineering professional who possesses proven knowledgeof payload processing systems and processes. PPSE-III will develop briefings and assessment toa variety of audiences and must be able to convey information in a clear and articulate manner toGovernment leadership. PPSE-III will be required to support strategic planning as well as cradleto grave payload processing support activities. PPSE-III contractors shall possess at least theTechnical Level III (T3) plus the following additional qualifications:•7 years payload processing experience•Extensive knowledge ofNRO/OSL launch policy and procedures•Thorough understanding of payload processing processes and practices, launch sitepreparations flow and day-of-launch procedures•Thorough understanding ofNRO Satellite Vehicle launch site interface requirements,transportation and processing requirements•Ability to simultaneously perform thorough analysis and quick issue resolution•Working knowledge of the acquisition lifecycle requirements• Provide recommendations/products that reflect best path for the NRO and OSL based onproven payload processing experience• Ability to effectively provide guidance to Level-I and Level-II PPSEs

PAYLOAD PROCESSING SYSTEMS ENGINEER, LEVEL IV (PPSE-IV)The PPSE-IV position is a senior level engineering professional who possesses extensiveknowledge of payload processing systems and processes. PPSE-IV will develop briefings andassessment to a variety of audiences and must be able to convey information in a clear andarticulate manner to Sr. Government leadership. PPSE-IV will be required to support strategicplanning as well as cradle to grave payload processing support activities. PPSE-IV contractorsshall possess at least the Technical Level IV (T4) plus the following additional qualifications:• 10 years payload processing experience• Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with other Governmentagencies and mission partners•Substantive experience providing risk assessments and risk-managementrecommendations to program managers in support of successful mission accomplishment•Deliver effective briefings/presentations/papers on complex topics for audiences that maybe large and/or include high-level decision makers• Demonstrated ability to prioritize competing requirements and tasks and managing longtermtasks as well as short-term obligations• Ability to effectively provide guidance to Level-I, Level-II, and Level-III PPSEs

Locations:Chantilly, VA, Cape Canaveral, FL, Los Angeles, CA, Vandenberg, AFB, or Colorado Springs, CO

Security Clearance:

Active TS/SCI security clearance with a CI polygraph

The pay range for this position is $100,000/year to $180,000/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.

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