Program Integrator

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI); Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Program Integrator to lead high-visibility missile defense integration programs for U.S. Department of War customers.

The role emphasizes program management, cross-functional leadership, and rigorous systems engineering to deliver complex tech transitions. The ideal candidate has a strong track record delivering defense programs, excellent stakeholder management, and the ability to mentor junior staff while ensuring security and

Qualifications

• Top Secret / SCI clearance and US citizenship
• 10+ years leading complex technical projects in defense
• Experience managing customer relationships with DoD or comparable defense organizations
• Strong systems engineering and technology integration knowledge
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; master’s preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to plan and execute technology integration across missile defense systems
• Serve as primary DoD stakeholder contact ensuring alignment of objectives and teams
• Oversee requirements clarification, risk management, scheduling, and performance tracking
• Evaluate new technologies with engineering teams and guide transition to operations
• Prepare briefings and project status reports for senior government and contractor leadership
• Ensure activities comply with security, safety, and quality requirements
• Mentor junior staff and promote accountability and mission focus

Skills

Leadership experience

Program management

Systems engineering

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering / related field

Job description

MTSI is seeking to hire a Program Integrator to support high‑visibility programs serving U.S. Department of War customers. This role focuses on program management and guiding the integration of emerging and advanced technologies into the U.S. missile defense enterprise. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience, a technical mindset, and a proven record of delivering complex engineering programs within defense environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional project teams in planning, coordinating, and executing technology integration efforts across missile defense systems
• Serve as primary point of contact for Department of War stakeholders, ensuring alignment between customer objectives, technical teams, and program leadership
• Oversee project lifecycle activities including requirements clarification, risk management, scheduling, system integration planning, and performance tracking
• Collaborate with engineering teams to evaluate new technologies, support feasibility assessments, and guide transition to operational environments
• Prepare and deliver briefings, technical updates, and project status reports to senior government and contractor leadership
• Ensure all project activities comply with security, safety, and quality requirements
• Mentor junior staff, promote best practices, and support a culture of accountability and mission focus.

Required Qualifications

Clearance Required: US citizenship and a Top Secret / SCI

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management, systems engineering, or related field (master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of experience leading complex technical projects, preferably in a defense acquisition or missile defense environment
• Demonstrated experience managing customer relationships with Department of War or comparable defense organizations
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and technology integration processes
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and organizational skills
• U.S. citizenship required due to contractual and security requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with missile defense architecture, command and control, sensors, or weapon systems
• Prior involvement with integration of emerging technologies (e.g., advanced sensors, software modernization, AI/ML applications, digital engineering)
• Project Management Professional (PMP), DAWIA, or similar certification
• Ability to lead teams in fast‑paced, high‑visibility programs.