Space RCO Systems Engineer

MTSI is searching for a skilled Systems Engineer to support development of first-of-kind space vehicles and missions. This handpicked candidate must possess technical expertise and experience with developing, designing, building, and integrating advanced mission payload hardware and software. In this position, you will provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO).The Space RCO program office, located at Kirtland AFB, NM, is a small, streamlined organization with dedicated, organic acquisition support functions: contracting, financial management, human resources, security, program management and technical engineering support that are critical in enabling the rapid response required for classified space programs. The mission is to develop and deliver operationally dominant space capabilities at the speed of warfighting relevance in response to Commander, U.S. Space Command requirements. A successful candidate should be a leader and problem solver with a proven ability to deliver superior results as part of a high performing team in a high-profile, fast-paced environment.Systems Engineer Principal DutyYou will work in a small, highly empowered team where every team member is directly responsible for the success of the program. Engineering responsibilities span technology domains including space-rated/qualified cryptographic and communications hardware and software, and integration with other subsystems, sensors, and processors in an extremely fast-paced, responsive development environment. This SETA candidate will provide in-depth background on cryptographic and communication subsystems to improve program office insight into state-of-the art IC, DoD, commercial and legacy space vehicle systems, requirements and capabilities. You must apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts for highly classified systems, while also effectively communicating complex results with management and executive leadership.SETA Role and Responsibilities:· Supports design, interpretation, and analysis of technical solutions to complex projects· Leads or supports technical programs, projects, or tasks whose technical complexity requires engineering oversight· Ensures completion of tasks within estimated time frames and budget constraints· Provides input to the government customer concerning risks to performance, schedule, and budget due to either proposed contractor plans or contractor's execution of accepted plans· Ensure the quality of the program, project, or task deliverables meet or exceed standards or metrics and assesses such deliverables to ensure that the final deliverables will meet the warfighting purpose for which they are intended· Plans and performs engineering research, design development, and other engineering assignments in conformance with the design, engineering, and customer specifications· Responsible for the overall technical/engineering portions of major projects or programs· Coordinates with multiple partners/agencies to ensure system engineering communities support delivery milestones· Tracks and advises design trades and associated cost, schedule, and technical impacts to requirements· 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· Consults with client to define need or problem· Supervises studies and leads surveys to collect and analyze data to provide advice and recommend solutionsCommunicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy—oral and written· Other duties as requiredQualificationsRequired skills:Minimum five (5) years DoD/IC, or relevant industry work experienceSkilled in development and fielding cryptographic and satellite communication systemsUnderstanding of space operational environment and corresponding mission user needsKnowledge of space mission payload engineering, development, and manufacturingExperience in DoD program management including program development and transitionExperience with Integrated Master Schedules, and risk managementExperience with Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS)Desired skills:Five (5) years of relevant DoD and/or Industry work experience with SAP/RSV and/or SCIExperience as System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to Government program officeExperience with rapid prototypingExperience with integrated air, space, and cyberspace capabilitiesExperience developing, deploying, and maintaining ground mission planning architecture and softwareExperience with ACAT I/II level acquisition programsExperience in planning and executing test campaigns for space systemsFluency with IC organizationsEducationDesired Requirements:An applicable engineering degree from a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) or possess a Professional Engineering licenseRelevant MA/MS/ME degreeClearance:· Active TOP SECRET clearance with sensitive compartmentalized information (SCI) and special access program (SAP) eligibility (no less than two (2) years total SAP and/or SCI environment experience, with 1-year total within last 5 years) and willingness to submit to a Counter-Intelligence polygraphCandidate must maintain a TS/SCI clearance as a condition of employmentLocation/Travel Requirements:· Work will be supported at Kirtland Air Force Base located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and will require travel up to 30% of time within the continental United States#LI-BG1#MTSI#onsiteTS/SCIPerks and BenefitsVacation:New Hires Accrue 20 days of PTO and 10 Holidays per YearHealth Insurance:Zero Deductible Health PlansFlexible Schedules:Flex SchedulesProfessional Development:Up to $10,000 Annual Education/Training ReimbursementESOP:Funded Stock Ownership Plan401k Match+:6% 401k Match + Immediate VestingBonus Program:Semi-Annual Bonus OpportunityMentorship:Career Mentorship ProgramsWhy is MTSI a great place to workInteresting 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/yearFlexible schedules6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annuallySemi-annual bonus eligibility (July and Decemeber)Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement accountUp to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursementOther company funded benefits, like life and disability insuranceOptional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance planTrack 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 AssuranceMTSI 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 visit StatementMTSI 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.Why is MTSI a great place to workInteresting 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/yearFlexible schedules6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annuallySemi-annual bonus eligibility (July and Decemeber)Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement accountUp to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursementOther company funded benefits, like life and disability insuranceOptional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance planTrack 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 AssuranceMTSI 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 visit #J-18808-Ljbffr