Senior Space Systems Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Lorton, VA

11h•$180,000 - $220,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Space Systems Engineer with MTSI, you will serve as a lead advisor to Department of Defense program managers and technical directors, supporting the evaluation and transition of advanced space systems. The position provides direct support to a DoD customer for the Space Security and Defense Program and offers technical expertise concerning space-based and multi-domain systems, as well as classified technology transition. The role involves developing and overseeing requirements for complex to extremely complex programs from inception through completion, providing strategic advice to program and project staff, and analyzing challenges to recommend improvements, optimization, development, or maintenance efforts. Applicants must hold a master's degree in a science, engineering, or technical field. A PhD in one of these fields is desired. The position requires a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and recent SAP experience or SCI experience in lieu of SAP experience. The advertised pay range is $180,000 to $220,000 per year. Base pay may vary based on government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other factors. MTSI offers medical benefits, a 401(k), ESOP, paid time off, and other benefits depending on the position. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, and the posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.

Requirements

At least 15 years of relevant DoD/IC or relevant industry work experience, including at least five years in a SAP and/or SCI environment.
Experience with space technology, space architectures, air-space integration, and space control systems.
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and recognize management issues that should be elevated.
Excellent oral, written, and reporting communication skills.
Ability to work in a flexible, fast-paced, and highly dynamic environment.
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in pressurized situations.
Master's degree in a science, engineering, or technical field.
Top Secret clearance and SCI eligibility; SAP experience within the last five years or SCI experience in lieu of SAP experience.

Nice To Haves

PhD degree in a science, engineering, or technical field.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support to a Department of Defense customer for the Space Security and Defense Program.
Advise program staff and provide technical guidance and expertise in space-based systems, multi-domain systems, and classified technology transition.
Initiate, supervise, and/or develop requirements for complex to extremely complex programs from inception to conclusion.
Provide strategic advice, technical guidance, and expertise to program and project staff.
Conduct detailed analysis and evaluation, and recommend improvements, optimization, development, and/or maintenance efforts for client-specific or mission-critical challenges and issues.