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Systems Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI)
Albuquerque, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 12/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/27/2026
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team at Kirtland Air Force Base, NM., to support execution of the Space Systems and Hardware Integration for Novel Space Experiments (SSHINE) program supporting Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)/ Integrated Experiments and Evaluation Division (RVE), Rapid Architecture Prototyping and Integration Development (RAPID) Branch (RVEX). This position requires a strong understanding of space requirements, testing, and operational environment. The candidate will support the AFRL RAPID mission in order to drive data-informed decisions at speed, maximizing the Service’s flexibility and efficiency in delivering space-based capabilities for the Joint Force and the nation. A successful candidate is a self-starting proven leader and problem solver with the ability to deliver superior results as part of a high-profile, fast-paced environment, and who has excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

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

  • Assisting in development of Systems Engineering Plan and other systems engineering documents for the RAPID mission
  • Providing systems engineering support to RVEX, including mission, architecture and system performance analysis; requirement management, verification, and validation
  • Providing system integration support, trade study analysis, configuration management, deficiency reporting tracking, risk management, and interface control management.
  • Providing RVEX engineering support, including contractor performance tracking, milestone planning, briefing preparation, staff coordination, and decision document preparation.
  • Advocating for RVEX; developing and documenting program changes, plans, and/or processes.
  • Assisting in RAPID technical reviews, processes, and criteria.
  • Supporting efforts across multiple RAPID sub-teams in the areas of: Systems Engineering, Test Planning and Execution, Validation and Verification (V&V), and Pre/Post-Mission Analysis.
  • Conducting program and mission risk analysis and development of risk mitigation plans.
  • Prepare decision-quality materials such as briefings and supporting documentation (white papers, fact sheets, status reports, progress reports, and information papers) for senior-level reviews and mission milestone decision meetings.
  • Coordinating and supporting briefings, technical interchange meetings, working groups, and scheduling meetings to ensure RAPID team success.
  • Working in small, targeted teams to identify emerging capabilities, organize studies and concept development, rapidly prototype and deliver advanced capabilities to the USSF.
  • Meeting with third-party technology vendors and evaluate performers from the solicitation and proposal process through technology delivery in support of sponsor RAPID requirements.
  • Communicating highly technical problems and solutions from engineers to senior USSF and AFRL leadership.
  • Working as a trusted, strategic partner with the customer by delivering actionable insights about emerging technologies as well as with technically-minded external partners.

Required

  • 5 years of systems engineering experience on complex defense systems (communications systems is highly preferred)
  • Experience with DoD space missions and programs
  • Knowledge of DoD Systems Engineering best policies, practices, procedures.
  • Experience with duties or assignments specifically in support of engineering relevant to space programs.
  • Ability to understand DoD/USSF systems engineering processes and documentation.
  • Ability to understand working with military or DoD civilian clients and managing professional relationships.

Education Requirements

  • Required Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), Information Technology, computer science or similar from a regionally accredited institution.
  • Desired: Master’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), Information Technology, computer science or similar from a regionally accredited institution.

Clearance Requirements

  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Location/Travel Requirements:

  • Full-time, on site in vicinity of Albuquerque, NM and will require travel up to 25% of time within the continental United States. The candidate may travel to Government agencies and/or other contractor locations, as required, in support of design and test requirements reviews, briefings to industry, conferences and other meetings related to RAPID integration and test programs.

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