Project Management Specialist

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI); Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Project Management Specialist to support Space Systems Command (SSC) and the Satellite Control Network (SCN).

This on-site role in Colorado Springs collaborates with government staff to ensure schedules, deliverables, and communications meet program goals. You will prepare reports, attend meetings, and provide guidance to project teams, applying organizational and technical writing skills while navigating government processes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience for Government, military, or similar.
• Strong written and oral communication; comfortable presenting to leadership.
• Experience with acquisition programs (ACAT I/II) or Space SSC is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings, take notes, draft documents, maintain schedules, track actions, and update status.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to verify requirements and goals.
• Draft, review, and edit evaluations, assessments, and reports for milestones.
• Provide technical guidance and expertise to program staff.
• Participate in technical meetings and working groups.
• Facilitate cross-team discussions to align scope and timelines.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Cross-team coordination

Technical guidance

Acquisition program experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

IDE / data environment

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Project Management Specialist to join our team. You will provide specialized project management support to Space Systems Command (SSC) in its mission to sustain and modernize the Satellite Control Network (SCN). The SCN provides highly reliable telemetry, tracking, command, communication, and control (TT&C3) for more than 170 Department of Defense (DoD), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), civil and allied satellites.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Provide general project support to include attending meetings and taking notes, drafting documents, maintaining the schedule, tracking action items, updating status, and other duties as assigned
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to verify project requirements and ensure project goals are met
• Draft, review, and edit evaluations, assessments, reports, briefings and documents in support of project milestones
• Provide technical guidance and expertise to program and project staff
• Conduct and participate in technical meetings and working groups
• Communicate basic technical understanding and facilitate cross-team discussions to ensure alignment with scope, timelines, and expectations
• Interpret results to generate multiple recommended courses of action, , comprehending, and applying concepts and guidance
• Implement instructions and policies into routine performance to foster efficiency in day-to-day activities
• Assist Government in evaluating technical sufficiency, cost, schedule and quality of deliverables
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy—oral and written

Required Skills

• At least three years (3) relevant experience performing project management for the Government (military and/or civil servant), federally funded research and development center, or profit or non-profit Government support, or development Contractor
• Motivated self-starter who is able to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment, often with minimal guidance and within rigid timelines
• Apply clear and structured thought processes and coherent decision-making skills in a dynamic and adaptive environment
• Outstanding communication skills in conveying complex issues in a way that is clear and concise and should be comfortable presenting information to various levels of leadership
• Experience supporting an Acquisition Category Level III (or equivalent) software or hardware program

Desired Skills

• Relevant DoD and/or Industry work experience in the SCN
• Experience with Advisory and Assistance Service (A&AS), or System Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) to a Government program office
• Experience with ACAT I/II level acquisition programs
• Experience with Space Systems Command (SSC) acquisition

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university relevant to their area of expertise limited to the following: Management, Business, Acquisition, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Technology, Engineering, and Operations Research.
• Journeyman level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the use of an electronic government authorized information management system, collaboration portal, or integrated data environment (IDE)

Clearance Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD SECRET clearance as a condition of employment

Location/Travel Requirements:

• Full-time, on site in vicinity of Colorado Springs, CO and will require travel up to 25% of time within the continental United States.

The pay range for this position in Colorado is $80,000/year to $130,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract rates, 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. This information is provided per the Colorado Equal Pay Act. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI’s internal or external careers site.

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

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