Systems Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions Inc•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•$165,000 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is hiring a Systems Engineer to support the Missile Defense Agency/System Verification (SEQV) Directorate at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This 100% on-site position supports the verification of existing and new capabilities being incorporated into the Missile Defense System (MDS). The role supports MDA/SEQV, which is responsible for MDA system verification, Modeling and Simulation (M&S) verification, validation and accreditation (VV&A), and M&S requirements management. The successful candidate will apply a strong understanding of the systems engineering V-model and the relationships among requirements definition and decomposition, system design and integration, and verification and validation. They will ensure requirements are traceable and testable and are supported by objective verification evidence. The role calls for an independent, self-starting contributor who can handle high-level tasks in a dynamic environment and work effectively with teammates and customers. The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably aeronautical or astronautical engineering, and at least seven years of relevant experience. Candidates must have an active SECRET clearance and be eligible for TS/SCI; U.S. citizenship is required. The stated Colorado pay range is $165,000 to $185,000 per year, with offered base pay subject to factors including contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. MTSI also offers medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering; aeronautical or astronautical engineering is preferred.
At least 7 years of experience in DoW or MDA systems engineering and technical support to program management; MDA experience is preferred.
Experience verifying system requirements and specifications, engineering management plans, and interface control documents.
Demonstrated proficiency developing software in MATLAB, including scripts, functions, data structures, visualization, debugging, performance optimization, and GUI development.
Demonstrated experience developing reports and dashboards using Power BI.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Active SECRET security clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.
U.S. citizenship.
Strong understanding of the systems engineering V-model and its application to requirements traceability, testability, and objective verification evidence.
Ability to work independently on high-level tasks in a dynamic environment and collaborate effectively with team members and customers.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of missile defense system design, operations, testing, and deployment.
Knowledge of M&S verification and validation best practices and the M&S VV&A life cycle.
Knowledge of communication protocols, including Link-16.
Training in systems engineering processes, such as an INCOSE or PMI credential.
Experience in Digital Engineering.
Aeronautical or astronautical engineering degree.

Responsibilities

Perform MDS system-level specification verification using DoW-approved methods.
Provide system-level verification results to the MDA System Engineer in support of MDA fielding decisions.
Develop and maintain software tools, scripts, dashboards, and data pipelines for requirements verification and validation activities.
Design, develop, deploy, and maintain interactive dashboards, reports, and data visualization tools for technical, operational, and programmatic stakeholders.
Develop products supporting engineering technical reviews in accordance with MDA Instruction 5000.20-INS, “Engineering Technical Review Process.”
Support engineering review processes, including Mission Data Reviews (MDRs) and Operational Capability List (OCL) planning, working, and decision briefs.
Provide advice and assistance to leadership and the team on problems, issues, and projects for assigned programs.
Apply engineering solutions to improve operations and resolve unique or complex problems and issues.
Document engineering activities by writing reports, analyzing data, creating and understanding schedules, and making recommendations to leadership and the team.
Apply disciplined systems engineering practices, including requirements identification, architecture development, and validation and verification.