Senior Principal Mission Systems Hardware In The Loop (HITL) Lab Lead

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI); Edwards (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a highly adaptable, mission-focused professional to support HITL lab technical oversight, stand-up, operation and modification.

You will work with leadership, engineers and scientists in an integrated team comprising industry and government during a critical program phase. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of an advanced, high-impact, high-visibility effort, leading HITL lab execution and readiness reviews in California.

Qualifications

• 14+ years’ experience in lab and engineering development efforts.
• Experience with test architecting and executing lab test operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define facility & infrastructure requirements.
• Procure lab equipment and furnishings in coordination with PM and contracts.
• Develop cost & schedule estimates.
• Define HITL use cases aligned with TEMP.
• Provide SME consultation for customer plans.
• Propose modifications to ensure team success.
• Coordinate with multi-discipline industry and government teams.
• Lead future lab renovation.
• Lead HITL lab for execution of T&E.
• Prepare the lab and personnel to meet tight timelines.
• Coordinate work schedules.
• Lead readiness reviews.
• Implement and maintain operational and test discipline.
• Ensure the integrity of lab products.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Test architecture

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

We are seeking a highly adaptable and mission focused professional to directly support HITL lab technical oversight, stand-up, operation and modification, while working with leadership, engineers and scientists in an integrated team comprising industry and government during a critical program phase.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of an advanced, high impact and high visibility effort.

Responsibilities And Tasks

• Define facility & infrastructure requirements
• Procure lab equipment and furnishings in coordination with program management and contracts professionals
• Develop cost & schedule estimates
• Define detailed HITL use cases aligned with test and evaluation master plan (TEMP)
• Provide SME consultation for customer plans
• Propose modifications and enhancements as necessary to ensure team success
• Coordinate with multi-discipline, integrated industry and government teams
• Lead future lab renovation
• Lead HITL lab for execution of test and evaluation (T&E)
• Prepare the lab and personnel to meet tight timelines
• Coordinate work schedules
• Lead readiness reviews
• Implement and maintain operational and test discipline
• Ensure the integrity of lab products

Required Qualifications

• 14+ years’ experience in related lab and engineering development efforts
• Experience with test architecting and executing lab test operations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with developmental flight test
• Familiarity with network design

Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program

Travel Requirements

Up to 20% travel may be required.

Clearance Requirements

Active Secret security clearance granted within the last six years, with the ability to gain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance. Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility desired.

U.S. Citizenship is required

The expected pay range for this position in California is $XXX,000/year to $XXX,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.