Weapons Program Development Analyst - AFGSC A5/8

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year

Flexible schedules

6% 401k match

Semi-annual bonus eligibility

Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement

Optional zero deductible health insurance plan

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Weapons Program Development Analyst to support the Air Force Global Strike Command. This role involves developing requirements and supporting acquisition for advanced weapons systems.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of relevant experience, a bachelor’s degree, and strong knowledge of USAF weapons and operations. The position includes benefits like a 6% 401k match and educational reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in acquisitions or weapons development.
• Mission-ready bomber or fighter aviator background.
• Strong knowledge of USAF weapons and acquisition processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support requirements and acquisition documentation.
• Coordinate across various Air Force organizations.
• Provide cradle-to-grave program management for advanced weapons technologies.

Skills

Acquisitions

Weapons Development

Strong 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.

Benefits

• 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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.