Research and Development Engineer

Overview

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MTSI is seeking a mid-level R&D Scientist/Engineer specializing in fluid dynamics and space-based EO/IR systems to develop and simulate advanced aerospace and defense systems for DoD and IC applications. This role requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance and hands-on experience with EO/IR sensor data.

• Develop and simulate advanced aerospace and defense systems for DoD/IC applications with a focus on fluid dynamics and space-based EO/IR systems.
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver technically sound solutions in a dynamic R&D environment.

• U.S. Citizen
• BS in aeronautical or mechanical engineering, physics, or computer science
• +4 years of relevant experience in DoD / IC
• Active TS/SCI and willingness to take CI Polygraph
• Experience working with EO/IR sensor data
• Knowledge of space-based EO/IR sensor phenomenology
• Proficient in one or more of the following languages:
  Python, C/C++, MATLAB
• Proven ability to manage simultaneous projects and prioritize effectively in a dynamic R&D environment
• Excellent communication skills to articulate technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines and departments, while also being self-sufficient when necessary

• GEOINT processing research and development experience
• Extensive experience working with DoD EO/IR sensor data
• Experience modeling/simulating advanced foreign weapon system signatures
• +6 years relevant experience
• Active TS/SCI with CI Poly
• MS in aeronautical or mechanical engineering, physics, or computer science

• 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

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company delivering capabilities in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, AI, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance. Founded in 1993, MTSI has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

MTSI embraces nine core values including Employees come first. We are committed to Equal Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. All decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Space Research and Technology