Site Lead & OTA Defense Program Manager

Mtsi Va; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) seeks a Site Lead and Program Manager to strengthen the NSWC Crane presence and lead an onsite technical team supporting Crane missions.

You will oversee OTA contract awards, manage schedule, cost, risk, and performance, and cultivate trusted relationships with government sponsors and industry partners to ensure compliant execution. The role requires DoD program management experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to obtain

Qualifications

• 10+ years of DoD engineering R&D leadership experience.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience working with NSWC Crane or similar national security customers.
• Proven ability to develop customer relationships and identify opportunities.
• Program management experience with OTA, FAR, or equivalent defense frameworks.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Site Lead and Team Leadership: lead onsite MTSI personnel at NSWC Crane, recruit, mentor, and manage a high‑performing technical team.
• Customer Engagement: represent MTSI to government stakeholders and industry partners, identify opportunities, and communicate capabilities.
• Program Manager – OTA: oversee schedule, cost, performance, risk, and compliance across OTA efforts; ensure documentation and financial tracking meet standards.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) seeks a Site Lead and Program Manager to strengthen the NSWC Crane presence and lead an onsite technical team supporting Crane missions.

You will oversee OTA contract awards, manage schedule, cost, risk, and performance, and cultivate trusted relationships with government sponsors and industry partners to ensure compliant execution. The role requires DoD program management experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to obtain