System Architecture Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Competitive 401k match

Educational reimbursement

ESOP ownership

Health insurance options

Life and disability insurance

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a System Architecture Engineer to support ICBM programs at Hill AFB, UT. The role shapes future Air Force testing capabilities through modernization of test infrastructures and governance of technical data.

The ideal candidate will define system-of-systems requirements, apply modeling and simulation tools, and lead architecture initiatives across complex programs with DoD/SAP experience and rigorous T&E oversight.

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 across multiple projects.
• Ability to excel in fast-paced environments with demonstrated leadership capability.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with digital engineering methodologies.

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 requirements.
• Apply systems engineering practices to trace and document test capability requirements across the lifecycle.
• Advise leadership on governance and procedures for managing technical data.
• Evaluate current systems and lead re-architecture initiatives to enhance performance and interoperability.
• Use requirements management tools to elicit, analyze, and document high-fidelity technical requirements.
• Translate high-level mission needs into executable technical specifications for IPTs and test planning.

Skills

DoW weapon system T&E

Test capabilities management

Technical engineering roles

SAP experience

Full lifecycle systems engineering

Task organization & multi-project

Leadership capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems/Electrical/Mechanical engineering or related

DAU Requirements Management Level B certification desired

Tools

MS Office

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 missionfocused, 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%).

Interesting Work

Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.

Values

Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.

100% Employee Owned

We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.

Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:

• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
• Flexible schedules
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
• Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
• Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan

Track Record of Success

We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.

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

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com

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.