Program Integrator

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI); Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

MTSI is seeking a Program Integrator in Huntsville to lead cross-functional teams, guiding the integration of advanced technologies into the U.S. missile defense enterprise.

You will shape program plans, manage risk, and deliver complex engineering programs on schedule and within budget. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of defense program experience, holds a bachelor's in engineering (master's preferred), and possesses TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading complex technical projects, preferably in defense.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with defense acquisition or missile defense programs is preferred.
• U.S. citizenship and TS/SCI clearance are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to plan, coordinate, and execute technology integration for missile defense systems.
• Serve as primary point of contact for DoD stakeholders, aligning customer objectives with technical teams.
• Oversee lifecycle activities including requirements, risk management, scheduling, and performance tracking.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and guide transition to operations.
• Prepare briefings and status reports for senior government and contractor leadership.
• Ensure activities comply with security, safety, and quality requirements.
• Mentor staff and promote accountability and mission focus.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Systems engineering

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Master’s degree preferred

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 processesExceptional 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.