Weapons Program Development Analyst – AFGSC A5/8

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI); Barksdale (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is searching for a Weapons Program Development Analyst to support the Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) A5/8. You will develop and support requirements, manage programs for advanced weapons systems, and coordinate with key organizations to enhance capability development.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience in acquisitions or weapons development, a Bachelor's degree, and strong communication skills. Active TS/SCI security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in acquisitions, requirements, or weapons development.
• Strong knowledge of USAF weapons, operations, and acquisition processes.
• Experience supporting programs from Materiel Solution Analysis through major acquisition milestones.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support requirements and acquisition documentation aligned with the KOP framework.
• Provide cradle-to-grave program management for advanced weapons technologies.
• Prepare senior-leader-ready briefings, analysis, and decision materials.

Skills

Acquisitions experience

Weapons development knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is searching for a Weapons Program Development Analyst to support Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) A5/8. In this role, you will provide requirements development, acquisition support, and program management for advanced weapons systems using the Department of War’s Key Operational Problems (KOP) framework.

Your Critical Impact

• Develop and support requirements and acquisition documentation aligned with the KOP framework.
• Coordinate across AFGSC, ACC, AFLCMC, SAF/AQ, AFNWC, AFRL, and PEO/SPO organizations to advance capability development.
• Provide cradle‑to‑grave program management for advanced weapons technologies.
• Represent AFGSC A5 in IPTs, HPTs, Threat Working Groups, and other enterprise forums.
• Prepare senior‑leader‑ready briefings, analysis, and decision materials.
• Support planning, policy development, budgeting, and execution activities for assigned programs.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in acquisitions, requirements, or weapons development.
• Mission‑ready bomber or fighter aviator background.
• Experience at MAJCOM, NAF, or HAF level.
• Prior SCI or SAP experience.
• Strong knowledge of USAF weapons, operations, and acquisition processes.
• Understanding of statutory/regulatory policy for acquisition, PPBE, and KOP‑based requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience briefing senior leaders.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.

Desired Qualifications

• USAF Weapons School graduate.
• Experience supporting programs from Materiel Solution Analysis through major acquisition milestones (AoA, PDR, CDR, IOT&E).
• DAU requirements certification or HQ‑level requirements development experience.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred; technical or engineering disciplines strongly preferred.

Security Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with investigation within 5 years required.
• Prior SCI or SAP experience required.
• Polygraph and drug testing may be required.
• U.S. citizenship required.