Communications Systems Engineering (SME)

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Communications Systems Engineering (SME) in El Segundo, CA to support US Space Force on the MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT).

Why is MTSI known as 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 Ownership: 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
  • 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 tuition 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.

Responsibilities:

As a Communications Systems Engineering (SME) with MTSI you will support the US Space Force on the MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT).

This position will provide communications technical expertise, project, and managerial leadership of a systems engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Air Force Military Satellite Communications. This position supports Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment.

The MSEIT effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Air Force’s Space and Missiles System Center. We support the Air Force’s acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems.

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:

• Apply Model Based System Engineering to support development of the program
  technical baselines.
• Analyze system requirements that define the technical baseline and verification
  of the technical baseline.
• Work with Government and contractor personnel to close gaps in flow of
  customer requirements down through the system and component levels.
• Lead and supporting Government/Contractor Working Group meetings—by
  creating briefings, leading discussion, and writing minutes to resolve risks,
  requirement gaps, and action items.
• Review proposed changes to the technical baseline for impacts to capabilities and
  to cross-stakeholder integration concerns.
• Facilitate review of program documents by providing comments, compiling other
  reviewer comments, and working with contractor to adjudicate the comments.
• Serve as a subject matter expert to assess technical issues and to prepare briefings
  to U.S. Air Force management.
• Support management of risks, issues, interdependencies, identifying schedule
  disconnects and conflicts, developing action plans for resolution, and assisting
  the Government in executing selected solutions.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of demonstrated experience with space or aeronautical systems engineering & integration programs and projects.
• 15+ years working in a collaborative team environment developing technical baseline/systems specification, verification or analysis using engineering applications and simulation models.
• 10+ years experience with MILSATCOM, such as MILSTAR, AEHF, EPS, TSAT, WGS, FAB-T terminal programs.
• Knowledge of the MILSATCOM LDR and XDR waveform and protocols.
• Proficient in using Dynamic Object-Oriented Requirements System (DOORS).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Experience working with military or DoD civilian clients.
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills.

Qualifications Desired:

• Experience with ground and airborne systems, such as terminals and networks.
• Experience with communication satellite/terminal performance analyses, link budgets and interface.

Education Requirements:  

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with specialization in Communications systems.
• Maters's degree in engineering (desired).

Certifications Desired:

• Management qualifications, such as MBA or PMP.
• Systems engineering certifications, such as ESEP, CSEP, or OCSMP.

Clearance Requirements:

• Active DoD Secret clearance is required to start.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

The pay range for this position in California is $165,000/year to $200,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract wages, job- related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site.