System Architecture Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions Inc; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) seeks a System Architecture Engineer to support Hill AFB ICBM programs. The role shapes test infrastructures through system-of-systems requirements and digital engineering methods for development and operational testing.

Candidate will lead trade studies, document high-fidelity requirements, and advise on governance for technical data while ensuring interoperability and performance improvements across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline required.
• Demonstrated experience in DoW weapon system Test & Evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and refine complex system requirements that align with mission objectives and support scalable future test capabilities.
• Lead comprehensive trade studies to assess competing system concepts and conduct technical Test & Evaluation activities to validate component- and system-level requirements.
• Apply systems engineering practices to trace and document test capability requirements derived from multiple developmental programs and operational users.
• Advise leadership on governance and procedures for management of technical data.
• Evaluate current systems and lead re-architecture initiatives to enhance performance, interoperability, and test and integration capabilities.
• Use requirements management tools to elicit, analyze, and document high-fidelity technical requirements across the system lifecycle.
• Translate high-level mission needs into executable technical specifications to support Integrated Product Teams and test planning activities.

Skills

Systems engineering

Test & Evaluation

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Digital engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering

DAU Requirements Management Level B certification desired

Tools

Requirements management tools

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a highly skilled System Architecture Engineer to support Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) programs within the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center at Hill AFB, UT. This position plays a critical role in shaping future Air Force capabilities through the modernization and management of test infrastructures. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to conceive, define, and evaluate system-of-systems requirements for developmental and operational test applications while leveraging a broad knowledge of modeling, simulation, and analytical tools to advance ICBM test infrastructure and capabilities used to evaluate missile performance. MTSI delivers premier engineering and acquisition expertise to help the Department of the Air Force maintain dominant warfighter capability. Candidates who are mission‑focused, technically proficient, and eager to support highly classified programs are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and refine complex system requirements that align with mission objectives and support scalable future test capabilities.
• Lead comprehensive trade studies to assess competing system concepts and conduct technical Test & Evaluation activities to validate component-level and system-level requirements.
• Apply systems engineering practices to trace and document test capability requirements derived from multiple developmental programs and operational users.
• Advise leadership on governance and procedures for management of technical data.
• Evaluate current systems and lead re-architecture initiatives to enhance performance, interoperability, and test and integration capabilities.
• Use requirements management tools to elicit, analyze, and document high-fidelity technical requirements across the system lifecycle.
• Translate high-level mission needs into executable technical specifications to support Integrated Product Teams and test planning activities.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in DoW weapon system Test & Evaluation.
• Minimum of 3 years supporting management of test capabilities, equipment, or laboratory assets.
• At least 5 years of experience in technical engineering roles.
• Minimum 12 months of Special Access Program (SAP) experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of full lifecycle systems engineering processes.
• Ability to organize tasks, collaborate with others and coordinate your work across multiple concurrent projects
• Ability to excel in fast-paced, collaborative environments with demonstrated leadership capability.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with digital engineering methodologies.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior military or DoW civilian ICBM T&E experience preferred.
• Knowledge of national, DoD, and Air Force acquisition frameworks, including PPBE and requirements development processes.
• Experience supporting programs across early acquisition phases such as MSA, AoA, PDR, CDR, and operational test & evaluation.
• Familiarity with Air Force governance structures and warfighter requirements ecosystems.
• Master’s degree in systems engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and evaluation of realizable requirements.
• Experience re-architecting systems and implementing resulting design changes.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline required.
• DAU Requirements Management Level B certification desired.

Security Clearance Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance or eligibility.
• SSBI, SSBI-PR, Tier 5, or equivalent investigation completed within the last 5 years.
• Willingness to undergo polygraph and drug screening.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Travel

• Regular travel required (up to 10%).