Space Technology Subject Matter Expert

As a Space Technology Subject Matter Expert with MTSI you will be a lead advisor to DoD program managers and technical directors for the evaluation and transition of advanced space systems.

• Provide direct support to a Department of Defense customer for the Space Security and Defense Program.
• Provides advice, technical guidance and expertise to program staff in the following areas:
  • Space-based systems
  • Multi-domain systems
  • Classified technology transition
• Initiates, supervises, and/or develops requirements from a project's inception to conclusion for complex to extremely complex programs.
• Provides strategic advice, technical guidance and expertise to program and project staff.
• Provides detailed analysis, evaluation and recommendations for improvements, optimization development, and/or maintenance efforts for client-specific or mission critical challenges/issues.

• 15 years of relevant DoD/IC or relevant industry work experience with no less than five (5) years' 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, able to 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 multi-task and maintain deadline punctuality during pressurized situations.

• Masters Degree in a science, engineering, or technical field.
• PhD degree in a science, engineering, or technical field DESIRED.

• Top Secret, SCI Eligible; SAP experience within last 5 years or SCI in lieu of.

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

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.

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.

• 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 December)
• 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

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.

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MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.