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Senior AI Project Manager

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
Springfield, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/9/2026
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is hiring a Senior AI Project Manager in Springfield, VA. Qualified candidates must be U.S. citizens with a TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the lead Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) Subject Matter Expert (SME) for an Intelligence Community rapid acquisition organization.
  • Use rapid acquisition pathways to integrate disruptive AI/ML technologies into the analytic enterprise architecture.
  • Provide programmatic support advising Government leads on the technical assessment, rapid prototyping, and integration of vendor-proposed cutting-edge AI/ML capabilities.
  • Develop and manage program plans that directly support strategic objectives, including "Employ AI & Automation to speed analysis and production" and "Partner with industry to accelerate capability delivery."
  • Utilize rapid, agile acquisition strategies to streamline technology discovery, assessment, and experimentation with AI/ML solutions.
  • Serve as the primary technical liaison between Government stakeholders, data science teams, and industry partners to ensure AI/ML solutions are effectively integrated into modernized analytic infrastructure and data pathways.
  • Translate agency and warfighter needs into actionable technical requirements for AI/ML systems, focusing on enabling multi-domain operations.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with AI/ML model performance, data integrity, and operational deployment in a rapid fielding environment.
  • Prepare and deliver senior-level briefings, technical roadmaps, and decision materials articulating the progress and strategic impact of AI at the Edge.

Qualifications Required:
  • Deep expertise in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning concepts and their application to real-world problems.
  • 10 years of experience supporting DoD or IC engineering, R&D, or rapid acquisition organizations.
  • Demonstrated success leading the integration of innovative, asymmetric, or disruptive technologies for national security missions.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, data pipelines, and the challenges of integrating new technologies into legacy systems.
  • Proven ability to utilize rapid prototyping, agile acquisition, or other non-traditional workflows.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to bridge the gap between technical, operational, and strategic stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Experience with multi-INT data sources and analysis.
  • Prior experience in a service RCO, DIU, SCO, or similar organization focused on accelerating technology adoption.
  • Background in systems engineering or operational testing of AI-enabled systems.
  • SAP experience is highly desired, but not required

Clearance Requirements:
  • Must be a US citizen with an active TS/SCI clearance with SAP eligibility

The pay range for this position is $1400,000 to $200,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.


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  • 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


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.


MTSI is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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