Test Manager SME

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days PTO/year

10 holidays/year

6% 401(k) match

Semi-annual bonus eligibility

$10,000 educational reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Optional health insurance plan

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Flight Test Manager Subject Matter Expert in Dayton, Ohio. This role requires extensive test management support for flight test projects with the Air Force. Candidates should have over 20 years of relevant experience, including specific involvement with electronic warfare systems. Additionally, a Master's degree and experience in specialized environments are required. MTSI offers a flexible work schedule and competitive benefits including PTO and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years of relevant Department of Defense work/test experience.
• At least three years' experience in a Special Access Program or SCI environment.
• Graduation from USAF Test Pilot School or Weapons School highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support execution of all program test activities.
• Coordinate flight and ground test operations on the NTTR.
• Acquire required accesses to test locations and materials.
• Establish secure Video Teleconferences with multiple organizations.
• Update and manage all program office test documentation.

Skills

Test management support

Electronic warfare systems expertise

Logistics coordination

Austere operational environment experience

Education

Master of Arts, Master of Science, or Master of Engineering

Job description

Flight Test Manager Subject Matter Expert

MTSI is seeking a Flight Test Manager Subject Matter Expert in Dayton, Ohio. The role provides test management support for new and ongoing flight test projects for an Air Force Lifecycle Management Center Program Management Office at Wright‑Patterson AFB. The successful candidate will develop, plan, resource, manage, execute, analyze, and report on aircraft system and subsystem flight test, with a strong background in testing electronic warfare systems and subsystems. Experience with the Nevada Test and Training Range and classified communications is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support execution of all program test activities, including planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of ground and flight test projects on behalf of the PMO Chief of Test.
• Coordinate and support flight and ground test operations on the NTTR, including scheduling, logistics, and execution.
• Plan, move, and secure (shipping and transportation) test resources and personnel throughout the U.S.
• Acquire required accesses to test locations, materials, and programs for vendor and test community personnel in coordination with security leaders.
• Work in austere locations with limited communications access as required.
• Establish secure Video Teleconferences (VTC) with multiple Test Integrated Product Team organizations and members.
• Provide support to the WPAFB and local IT experts in maintaining secure IT systems and networks.
• Update and manage all program office test documentation, including test plans, priorities, schedules, memorandums, and reports.
• Coordinate and host large test planning working groups and other technical interchanges.
• Serve as the day‑to‑day liaison between the PMO and supporting test, intelligence, and technology organizations.
• Apply systems, test, and engineering expertise to projects and advise project leads on test engineering matters.
• Support the Program Senior Material Leader and staff in executive-level interactions, reviews, inspections, conferences, and milestone events.
• Manage interactions and cultivate relationships between the program office, government offices, contractors, and higher headquarters staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) work/test experience.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in a Special Access Program (SAP) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) environment within the last five (5) years.
• Master of Arts, Master of Science, or Master of Engineering (MA/MS/ME) degree.
• Graduation from the USAF (or other Service) Test Pilot School or Weapons School is highly desired but not required.

Security Clearance

• Top‑Secret Security Clearance with ability to obtain SCI.
• U.S. Citizenship.

Benefits

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) embraces nine core values, including employees coming first. MTSI is committed to equal opportunity and making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants and employees with physical or mental disabilities.