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Deputy Chief Simulator Pilot, Red Support, Nellis AFB, 4th/5th Gen Fighter

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI)
Las Vegas, NV Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/30/2026
This 4th/5th Gen Fighter Pilot SME will provide Red Team support to the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) during simulator test mission execution, as well as be responsible for pre-mission planning and post-mission reporting. Responsibilities will also include test planning and generation of mission test cards. Location will be at the 422nd TES, Nellis AFB, NV.

Responsibilities as a JSE Pilot – 4th/5th Gen Subject Matter Expert may include:

  • Serve as Deputy Chief Pilot for Red Simulated Threat Support for the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE).
  • Support as 4th/5th Generation Fighter Pilot SME for the Next Gen Threat System (NGTS) team.
  • Supports development of JSE Test Plans and Test Cards for event execution.
  • Supports daily communications with JSE customers/SME's, JSE Development Team representatives, and supporting sub-contractors.
  • Support/Lead post-mission debrief including operation of mission debrief systems.
  • Perform as the liaison between military personnel and NGTS Operators.
  • Assist a software development team in developing an advanced synthetic training environment to support military technology, tactics, and training. Apply tactical knowledge to support scenario development for customer training objectives, and test events.
  • Conduct general subject matter research, analysis, correlation, and assessments.
  • Act as technical liaison to outside organizations.
  • Participate in software test activities.

Required

  • 8 – 10 years of military tactical aviation experience.
  • 3 – 4 years’ experience with 4th/5th Gen systems and operations or previously qualified VATS operator experience.
  • Maturity and professionalism to lead the execution of a flight test missions, briefings and interface with a team of discipline engineers in Mission Control Room.
  • Work well in a team environment as well as independently.
  • Experience generating post flight mission reports and other detailed formal reports.
  • Position requires willingness to accept changing and evolving roles & responsibilities in support of customers’ requirements and need.

Desired

  • 3 – 4 years’ experience with F-35 or F-22 systems and operations with a focus on Aggressor tactics.
  • Active or recent USAF/USN/USMC 5th Gen platform qualification.
  • Certification as a USAF/USN Weapons Instructor Course, tactics instructor, test pilot school graduate, and/or aviators/operators with specialized qualifications and backgrounds.
  • Prior experience supporting Model and Simulation efforts.
  • Prior experience performing software testing.
  • Prior flight simulator operations experience.
  • Experience supporting Special Access Program (SAP) efforts.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Bachelor’s degree with Engineering experience.

Clearance Requirements

Active Secret clearance is acceptable to start. Ability to attain Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and special program access is required.

Travel

Approximately 10 - 25% travel may be required.

U.S. Citizenship is required

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Perks & 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 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 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 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
  • 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 visit www.mtsi-va.com

EEO Statement

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.

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