Software / Network Engineer - Linux Expertise - Secret Clearance Required

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; Nellis Air Force Base Census-Designated Place (NV); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. seeks a Software / Network Engineer with Linux expertise to support the 53d TEG EOU at Nellis AFB, NV.

You will join a fast-paced team delivering flight simulation software for CCA programs, working with air vehicle autonomy systems and related tools. The role requires strong Linux, Bash/Python scripting, security practices, and the ability to troubleshoot across development, integration, and flight test environments, with occasional telework as mission needs

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering or related field with 4+ years’ engineering experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years’ engineering experience, or
• Associate’s degree with 8+ years’ engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide software engineering support to 53d TEG EOU at Nellis AFB, NV.
• Coordinate with USG and outside vendors on software and flight simulation needs.
• Ensure flight simulation software meets requirements and supports experimental operations.
• Install, configure, and maintain servers/workstations and perform security hardening.

Skills

Linux OS

Python & Bash

Security best practices

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Windows Server

Data analysis

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of engineering experience

Associate’s degree with 8+ years of engineering experience

Tools

Docker

Podman

KVM

VMware

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Software / Network Engineer- Linux Expertise to support the 53d Test and Evaluation Group (TEG) Experimental Operations Unit (EOU) at Nellis AFB, NV. Candidate will be responsible for work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment supporting the initial standup and follow-on experimental operations of the Air Force’s first Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) unit. This position has the primary responsibility of assisting in the experimentation and sustainment of software for CCA flight simulation including air vehicle and mission autonomy systems as well as additional CCA related software projects. The successful candidate will be able to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, operators, maintainers, and analysts, and will have strong problem-solving, adaptability, communication, leadership, and attention to detail skills.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide overall software engineering support to the 53d Test and Evaluation Group (53d TEG) Experimental Operations Unit (EOU)
• Coordinate and collaborate with multiple outside agencies including US Government (USG) as well as air vehicle and mission autonomy contract vendors
• Ensure flight simulation software meets requirements and performs as expected through unit, integration, and system test and experimentation
• Use software tools to process and analyze collected data to assess simulated aircraft performance and identify areas for improvement
• Troubleshoot and debug software issues - identify and resolve software problems during development, integration, and simulated flight experimentation
• Gather feedback from pilots and other subject matter experts to identify areas for improvement in realism, usability, and training/combat effectiveness
• Manage software configuration and version control – ensure proper tracking and control of software changes to maintain stability and traceability
• Generate clear and concise experimentation reports that summarize the test results and provide recommendations
• Collaborate with a multi-discipline experimentation team consisting of operators, maintainers, engineers, analysts, and other support personnel
• Install, configure, and maintain servers and workstations
• Perform system hardening and security audits to ensure compliance with established security policies
• Be familiar with security scans on SAP networks using tools like ACAS and ClamAV
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls
• Automate routine tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Ansible, Bash, Python)
• Establish and maintain container engines like Docker and Podman

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working as a Software Engineer
• CompTIA Security+ Certification
• Proficiency with Linux OS
• Working knowledge of Windows Server administration
• Experience with system monitoring and performance tuning
• Strong scripting skills (Bash, Python preferred)
• 6+ years of experience administering Linux systems (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu)
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities
• This position will require a strong ability and willingness to work in a team environment, with demonstrated leadership, customer interface, and organizational skills

Desired Skills/Experience:

• 10+ years of recent experience with Software Engineering duties
• 3+ years working in Software Engineering/Development roles in a military environment
• 3+ years working in Software Engineering/Development roles in Developmental/Experimental or Operational Flight Test
• 5+ years working in a classified environment (Secret level or higher)
• Experience with Special Access Programs (SAP) within the last 3 years (desirable but not required)
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, KVM, Docker, Podman)
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
• RHCSA Certification
• Linux+ Certification
• Experience with data formats like: DIS, GRID, JSE, LINK-16

Educational Requirements:

• Master’s degree and 4+ years’ engineering experience, or Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years’ engineering experience, or Associate’s degree and 8+ years’ engineering experience.

Security Clearance:

• Secret clearance required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain TS SCI/SAP clearances required.
• Current TS/SCI desired.
• All hires will be contingent on candidate meeting requirements for and gaining required security clearances.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel is expected based on mission requirements.
• Expectation is that work will be performed onsite.
• Occasional telework options may be available with approval from mission partner.

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