• Technical Leadership: Provide expert-level guidance on space operations, focusing on orbital mechanics, satellite systems integration, and SBI-related mission planning.
• Program Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, test, deploy, and sustain space-based interceptor systems in alignment with program requirements and DoD mission objectives.
• Systems Analysis: Analyze space environments, threats, and system performance to optimize the operational effectiveness of SBI assets.
• Risk Assessment: Identify and mitigate risks related to satellite operations, launch planning, orbital deployment, and system reliability.
• Engineering Integration: Support the design and implementation of space-based sensors, command and control systems, and communication architectures.
• Mission Simulations: Develop and execute dynamic mission modeling and simulations for space and missile defense scenarios.
• Compliance: Ensure all operations comply with DoD regulations, international treaties, and space policy guidelines.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a liaison between government agencies, program partners, and technical teams, delivering briefings, technical reports, and actionable recommendations.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Space Operations, or a related field (Ph.D. preferred).
• Experience:
• 20+ years of demonstrated expertise in space operations, orbital mechanics, and satellite systems.
• Experience working with DoD programs or missile defense systems is highly desirable.
• Experience developing and integrating space-based systems for national security applications is a strong plus.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in tools/software such as MATLAB, STK, GMAT, or similar platforms for orbital analysis and modeling.
• Knowledge: Thorough understanding of missile defense architectures, kinetic kill vehicles, and space situational awareness concepts.
• Security Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret clearance required with SCI eligibility.

Perks and Benefits

• Vacation:

  New Hires Accrue 20 days of PTO and 10 Holidays per Year
• Health Insurance:

  Zero Deductible Health Plans
• Flexible Schedules:

  Flex Schedules
• Professional Development:

  Up to $10,000 Annual Education/Training Reimbursement
• ESOP:

  Funded Stock Ownership Plan
• 401k Match+:

  6% 401k Match + Immediate Vesting
• Bonus Program:

  Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunity
• Mentorship:

  Career Mentorship Programs

Why is MTSI a great place to work

• Interesting Work:

  Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
• Values:

  Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.
• 100% Employee Owned:

  We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.
• Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
• • 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 Decemeber)
  • 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
• Track Record of Success:

  We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visitwww.mtsi-va.com

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