What are the responsibilities and job description for the Risk Manager position at Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI)?
MTSI is seeking a Risk Manager to join our team and support an Aviation Project Management Office by leading comprehensive risk, issue, and opportunity (RI&O) management activities. This role is critical to delivering an integrated risk posture that informs leadership decision-making across weapon system design, development, production, and sustainment.
As a Risk Manager, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:
As a Risk Manager, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:
- Lead and execute risk, issue, and opportunity management activities, including planning, identification, analysis, mitigation, and monitoring
- Provide analytical support to assess and quantify risks impacting cost, schedule, and performance (the “iron triangle”) across the program lifecycle
- Collaborate with government stakeholders, prime contractors, engineers, product managers, and business teams to ensure risks are identified, documented, and managed effectively
- Maintain and update risk data within the Active Risk Manager (ARM) tool and ensure accurate, auditable documentation of risk narratives and mitigation actions
- Support program planning by integrating risk mitigation strategies into systems engineering processes, acquisition schedules, and lifecycle activities
- Prepare and deliver executive-level briefings and reports to communicate risk status, mitigation progress, and emerging issues to leadership
- Facilitate Risk Management Working Groups and Risk Management Boards (RMBs), including action item tracking and meeting coordination
- Develop and maintain the Risk, Issue, and Opportunity Management Plan (RIOMP) in compliance with DoD policies and guidance
- Apply data-driven analysis and statistical methods to identify root causes and improve risk mitigation strategies
- Support lifecycle cost estimation, budget recommendations, resource alignment, and Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities to ensure system effectiveness and safety
- Adapt risk management frameworks and reporting structures to align with evolving acquisition phases and program milestones
- Operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, making timely and informed decisions
- U.S. Citizenship and an active secret clearance (must be able to maintain)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
- 8 years of relevant experience in risk management, program management, or defense acquisition
- Experience supporting defense acquisition programs, aviation systems, or complex technical projects
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, including statistical and data-driven analysis
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership
- Experience working in DoD, federal, aerospace, or defense environments
- Experience supporting DoD or Federal aviation programs
- Familiarity with Active Risk Manager (ARM) or similar risk management tools
- Experience working with cross-functional teams, government stakeholders, and acquisition programs
- Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience
- Familiarity with systems engineering processes, Test & Evaluation (T&E), and lifecycle cost analysis
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field