Project Engineer / Systems Engineer - Senior

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Colorado Springs, CO

4d•$155,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Project Engineer/Systems Engineer Senior to support the United States Space Force (USSF) in developing and deploying defensive cyber capabilities for Space Systems Command (SSC) and other Space agencies. The mission is to rapidly field and sustain leading defensive cyber capabilities. A successful candidate will be a leader and problem solver with a proven ability to deliver superior results in a fast-paced environment as part of a high-performing team.

Requirements

Engineering/technical expertise in fields relevant to space systems or associated ground systems.
Experience with Data Analytics KPI and Metrics creation and reporting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Effective organizational planning and scheduling abilities.
Entrepreneurial mindset to take ownership and solve customer problems.
10+ years’ experience with MA/MS; 18 years with BA/BS.
BS in Engineering or Computer Science.
Must possess a Top Secret with SCI eligibility.

Nice To Haves

Relevant DoD and/or specific experience working in Space Systems Command (SSC).
Experience with Defensive Cyber Operations and related cybersecurity activity.
Experience in Air Force and DoD engineering and sustainment processes.
Cyber-related certifications and experience: Defensive Cyber Operations, Security+, CISSP, etc.
SAR/SAP experience.

Responsibilities

Focus on technical understanding of defensive cyber capabilities and USSF mission systems.
Serve as the technical lead of a small matrixed team, coordinating with mission system owners to deploy capabilities at various sites on space mission systems.
Plan, schedule, and execute fast-paced deployment micro-projects.
Review, analyze, and understand technical documentation/baselines for capabilities and mission systems.
Communicate strong technical understanding to mission system owners and internal client leadership.
Lead teams on capability deployments, potentially including travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites.
Provide technical information for metrics reporting to promote efficiency and continuous process improvement.