Systems Engineer SME

Mtsi Va; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO: 20 days + 10 holidays per year

Health insurance

Flexible schedules

Education reimbursement up to $10k per

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) seeks a Systems Engineer SME to support a high-visibility Air Force program at JBAB, DC, or Wright-Patterson AFB, OH.

The role requires leading advanced systems engineering, program management, and acquisition support to enable effective decision-making across aerospace, C2, and computing domains. You will develop roadmaps, schedules, and budgets, craft technical documents, and analyze contractor proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred; TS/SCI with SAP eligibility and relevant security clearances expected.
• 20+ years of engineering experience with program/PM emphasis.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced systems engineering and acquisition support to USAF programs.
• Develop objectives, roadmaps, schedules, and budget inputs for programs.
• Prepare statements of work, specifications, and leadership briefings.
• Analyze contractor proposals and support design, integration, testing, and execution.
• Coordinate across R&D, acquisition, and cross-disciplinary activities.
• Plan and manage cost, schedule, and performance for system development.
• Support JCIDS processes, CONOPS, architecture views, and security accreditations.
• Assist in acquisition strategies and transition plans for PEO execution.
• Build relationships with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.

Skills

Systems engineering

Program management

Acquisition support

Leadership coordination

Microsoft Office

Cameo

DOORS

Confluence

Jira

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

Cameo

DOORS

Confluence

Jira

Job description

Systems Engineer SMELocation: Joint Base Anacostia–Bolling (JBAB), Washington, DC, or Wright-Patterson AFB, OHClearance: Active TS/SCI with SAP eligibilityTravel: Up to 25%Position OverviewMTSI is seeking a highly experienced Systems Engineer SME to support a high visibility Air Force customer at JBAB or Wright-Patterson AFB. The Systems Engineer SME will provide advanced systems engineering, program management, and acquisition support to the Government Team Lead, enabling effective decision-making across aerospace, command and control (C2), and computing-related technologies and programs.Responsibilities• Provide engineering support to program management activities for a USAF acquisition program, including developing program objectives, integrated roadmaps, detailed schedules, and budget inputs.• Support creation of technical documents such as statements of work, specifications, leadership briefings, and specialized engineering briefs.• Analyze contractor proposals (as permitted by law/regulation) and provide engineering support throughout design, integration, testing, and execution.• Apply integration, communication, coordination, and planning expertise to R&D, acquisition, and cross disciplinary technical activities.• Plan and manage critical aspects of system and subsystem development, including cost, schedule, and performance.• Assist with milestone planning, tracking, scheduling, briefing preparation, staff coordination, and decision documentation.• Gather data and conduct analysis, evaluation, and validation of acquisition program documentation.• Support compliance with JCIDS processes, CONOPS development, architecture views, security accreditations/certifications, acquisition reporting, PM agreements, and MOAs.• Ensure compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory guidance.• Assist in developing acquisition strategies, early capability development strategies, project plans, and transition plans for Program Executive Office execution.• Develop integration plans and procedures, organize resources, and support program transition activities.• Develop and communicate roadmaps for programs, technologies, and associated product lines.• Build and maintain influential relationships with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.• Work independently and collaboratively within engineering, program management, and security teams.• Operate across multiple networks and classification levels while adhering to all security requirements.Required Experience• 20+ years of relevant engineering experience, including:– 15+ years supporting a systems program office or similar organization– Experience working on classified and/or SAP programs• Ability to independently execute high level tasks, thrive in dynamic environments, and effectively collaborate with SES leaders and senior military officers.• Proven coordination skills with internal and external organizations.• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Teams).• High proficiency in engineering tools such as Cameo and DOORS.• Ability to quickly learn new tools and adopt digital engineering practices.• Knowledge of military platforms, systems, and operations.• Experience using collaboration tools such as Confluence and/or Jira.• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to translate technical needs into clear documentation.Preferred Technical Experience• Strong understanding of RF and communications systems (e.g., Link 16, SATCOM, tactical data links).• Cloud and enterprise IT experience, including secure, scalable cloud and hybrid environments supporting C2 and EW systems.• Hands on experience supporting or implementing EW systems, secure communication protocols, and advanced tactical communications networks aligned with modern C2 frameworks.Required Education• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or related technical field• Master’s degree requiredDesired Knowledge Areas• Networking, communications, C2 systems, and datalinks• DoD acquisition regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)• Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) frameworks, directives, and policiesSecurity Clearance• Current TS clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI and SAP access• At least 12 months of SAP experience within the past 3 yearsCompensationPay range: $150,000 – $270,000 annually. Final compensation is based on contract requirements, experience, skills, market location, and other factors.MTSI offers comprehensive medical, financial, and other benefits based on position.Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the role is filled.#LI-DB1#MTSI-JobsTS/SCIPerks and BenefitsVacation:New Hires Accrue 20 days of PTO and 10 Holidays per YearHealth Insurance:Zero Deductible Health PlansFlexible Schedules:Flex SchedulesProfessional Development:Up to $10,000 Annual Education/Training ReimbursementESOP:Funded Stock Ownership Plan401k Match+:6% 401k Match + Immediate VestingBonus Program:Semi-Annual Bonus OpportunityMentorship:Career Mentorship ProgramsWhy is MTSI a great place to workInteresting 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/yearFlexible schedules6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annuallySemi-annual bonus eligibility (July and Decemeber)Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement accountUp to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursementOther company funded benefits, like life and disability insuranceOptional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance planTrack 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 AssuranceMTSI 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 visitwww.mtsi-va.comEEO StatementMTSI 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.Why is MTSI a great place to workInteresting 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/yearFlexible schedules6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annuallySemi-annual bonus eligibility (July and Decemeber)Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement accountUp to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursementOther company funded benefits, like life and disability insuranceOptional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance planTrack 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 AssuranceMTSI 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