Space Systems Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Lorton, VA

19h•$180,000 - $215,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Space Systems Engineer with MTSI, you will serve as a lead advisor to DoD program managers and technical directors, supporting the evaluation and transition of advanced space systems. The role directly supports a Department of Defense customer for the Space Security and Defense Program and provides expertise in space-based and multi-domain systems, as well as classified technology transition. The engineer develops and supervises requirements for complex to extremely complex programs from inception through conclusion, advises program and project staff, and provides detailed analysis, evaluations, and recommendations for improvements, optimization, development, and maintenance addressing client-specific or mission-critical challenges.

Requirements

At least 15 years of relevant DoD/IC or relevant industry work experience.
At least five years of experience in a SAP and/or SCI environment.
Experience must include space technology, space architectures, air-space integration, and space control systems.
Must be a self-starter who can take initiative, work independently, and recognize management issues that need to 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 maintain deadline punctuality 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 and provide technical guidance and expertise to program staff on 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 and technical guidance to program and project staff.
Provide detailed analysis, evaluations, and recommendations for improvements, optimization, development, and maintenance efforts addressing client-specific or mission-critical challenges and issues.