Senior Sustainment Systems Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site at PSFB

Competitive compensation

Full benefits

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Senior Sustainment Systems Engineer to support SSC PMO at Peterson Space Force Base, CO.

The role focuses on on-site leadership of SEIT activities for MILSATCOM and NC3 systems, driving execution and collaboration across government and industry teams. You will handle requirements, documentation, and integration activities, apply CMMI and agile practices, and ensure readiness of legacy and transitioning space systems.

Qualifications

• Active DoW SECRET clearance required for consideration.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science or equivalent.
• 5 years SE&I experience in system acquisitions and/or O&S.
• Requirements development and documentation expertise for SEIT.
• Knowledge of Agile software development processes (Jira/Confluence).
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).

Responsibilities

• Engage government and industry stakeholders to deliver results.
• Provide senior-level critical thinking and problem solving to the customer.
• Coordinate with DoW agencies and commercial partners for mission-focused outcomes.
• Learn and apply government SEIT processes to MILSATCOM and NC3 O&S activities.
• Develop and maintain system engineering documentation and capability requirements.
• Apply CMMI frameworks and DoW acquisition best practices to program offices.
• Travel up to 20% to CONUS/OCONUS locations as directed.

Skills

Requirements analysis

Agile (Jira/Confluence)

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, CS

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Senior Sustainment Systems Engineer to support a Space Systems Command (SSC) Program Management Office (PMO) located at Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), CO. We conduct Operations & Sustainment (O&S) activities for state-of-the-art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) systems, providing global secure, survivable and protected communications for our Nation's warfighters.

We are looking for an experienced, proactive Systems Engineer who is a self-starter capable of autonomous, on-the-job, learning/growth while working in a collaborative environment of small teams. The ideal candidate will employ their skills and experience to tackle technical challenges and drive executable solutions for legacy and transitioning strategic and tactical space-based telecommunication capabilities. This opportunity is an engineering management position where the ideal candidate will not only have the required technical acumen, but also the ability to proactively engage and effectively manage technical baselines using established/proven government systems engineering, integration & test (SEIT) processes and procedures to advance O&S activities for legacy and transitioning capabilities employed in the field. Join our high-functioning, high-performing MSEIT Sustainment Integrated Product Team (IPT) and be an important part of directly and positively affecting Joint and Allied combat readiness as they employ MILSATCOM and NC3 space systems, terminals and software applications worldwide during full spectrum military operations.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force's Space Systems Command. We support the Space Force's acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage both government and corporate stakeholders to effectively produce outstanding results
• Provide senior-level critical thinking and problem solving skills to the government customer; drive technical challenges to their most logical resolution
• Coordinate with numerous stakeholders/customers from DoW agencies to commercial industry that translate to tangible, positive, mission-focused results
• Learn and apply established government SEIT processes and procedures in support of MILSATCOM and NC3 O&S activities
• Develop, analyze and maintain systems engineering documentation and capability requirements to ensure alignment with mission objectives and continuous readiness
• Apply Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) frameworks and DoW acquisition best practices to daily program office operations, directly advancing strategic and tactical MILSATCOM space systems
• Travel: Up to 20% to CONUS and OCONUS locations upon government customer direction

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active DoW SECRET clearance required to be considered for this position
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science or equivalent technical discipline from an accredited university
• 5 years experience in SE&I associated with system acquisitions and/or O&S
• Expertise with requirements development and analysis and the development of systems engineering-related documents
• Knowledge of Agile software development processes and applications (i.e., Jira/Confluence)
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective interpersonal and team-player skills
• Clear and concise written, verbal communications and presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 6+ years of experience in a DoW program office with an understanding of DoW acquisition processes
• 6+ years of experience working with strategic & tactical MILSATCOM space systems
• Experience working in a CMMI environment
• Possess knowledge of Agile software development processes and applications (e.g., Jira/Confluence)
• Direct experience with Change Management and Configuration Management (CM) processes
• Possess Project Management Institute (PMI) Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
• This position is 100% onsite at Peterson Space Force Base's (PSFB), Product Support Facility (PSF) given mission requirements and is not eligible for formal hybrid or full remote employment options.

Compensation:

The pay range for this position in Colorado is $110,000/year to $138,000/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. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site.

MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.

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.