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Senior Defense Technologist (Operational Planning, Wargaming & Exercises)

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI)
Mc Lean, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/19/2026
MTSI is seeking a Senior Defense Technologist for Operational Planning, Wargaming, and Exercises, you will play a pivotal role in support for the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)) Mission Capabilities (MC) Multi-Domain Joint Operations (MDJO).

You will blend operational expertise with innovative technology approaches to drive the assessment of military effectiveness and engineering viability in critical DoD programs. This role demands a strategist with a deep understanding of research, development, and program transition efforts within DoD initiatives. This position is located in the National Capital Region (NCR).

You’ll be a great fit for this role if:

  • You are mission-focused and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • You have a passion for advanced military technologies.
  • You understand the urgent need to modernize our defense systems.
  • You navigate complex, unique, and/or controversial challenges adeptly to support program execution.
  • You are highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent administrative skills.

Responsibilities

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

  • Conceiving, planning, and conducting exercises and wargaming.
  • Assessing military effectiveness and engineering viability.
  • Shepherding collaboration agreements.
  • Navigating foreign disclosure processes.
  • Generating support documentation (e.g., scenario, background, order of battle).

Qualifications Required

  • 15 years of experience in operational planning, wargaming, and/or exercise planning.
  • Demonstrated experience in use of advanced techniques, theories, precepts, and practices in technological programs, preferably as has transitioned to operational use.

Education

  • Master's degree required.
  • Doctoral degree highly preferred.

Even Better If You Have These Desired Skills

  • Experience with program transition efforts
  • Joint Staff experience

Clearance Requirements

  • An active Top Secret (TS) security clearance (with SCI and SAP/CAP eligibility) is required.

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