Systems Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Systems Engineer with missile defense and requirements verification/traceability experience to support the Missile Defense Agency/System Verification (SEQV) Directorate at Schriever Space Force Base (SFB) in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This 100% on-site position is primarily responsible for supporting MDA/Systems Engineer for the verification of existing and new capabilities into the Missile Defense System (MDS).
Candidate must possess a strong understanding of the systems engineering V-model, including the relationship between requirements definition and decomposition, system design and integration, and corresponding verification and validation activities; apply this framework to ensure requirements are traceable, testable, and supported by objective verification evidence. Candidate must be a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment, can accomplish high-level tasks independently, and works well with other team members and customers.
Duties and Responsibilities:  Your essential job functions will include, but may not be limited to:
- The candidate will be supporting MDA/SEQV (Systems Verification), which has been designated the MDA System Verification, Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Verification, Validation and Accreditation (VV&A), and M&S Requirements manager.
- Perform MDS system-level specification verification using DoW approved methods.
- Provide system-level verification results to the MDA System Engineer in support of MDA fielding decisions.
- Develop and maintain software tools, scripts, dashboards, and data pipelines that support requirements verification and validation activities.
- Design, develop, deploy, and maintain interactive dashboards, reports, and data visualization tools for technical, operational, and programmatic stakeholders.
- Develop products to support engineering technical reviews in accordance with MDA Instruction 5000.20-INS, “Engineering Technical Review Process”
- Support engineering review processes including Mission Data Reviews (MDRs) and Operational Capability List (OCL) planning, working and decision briefs.
- Provide advice and assistance to leadership and the team on problems, issues, and projects for assigned programs.
- Apply engineering solutions to improve operations and/or resolve unique or complex problems and issues.
- Document engineering activities, including writing reports, analyzing data, creating/understanding schedules, and making recommendations to the leadership and team.
- Apply disciplined systems engineering practices (requirements identification, architecture development, and validation/verification)
  Qualifications Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Aeronautical or Astronautical preferrable) with 7+ years' experience.

Required Skills:
- 7+ years of experience in DoW or MDA (preferred) systems engineering and technical support to program management.
- Experience in verifying system requirements/specifications, engineering management plans, and interface control documents.
- Demonstrated proficiency developing software in MATLAB, including scripts, functions, data structures, visualization, debugging, performance optimization and GUI development.
- Demonstrated experience developing reports and dashboards using Power BI.
- Proficiency in MS Office suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills.

Desired Qualifications: 
- Knowledge of missile defense system design, operations, testing, and deployment.
- Knowledge of M&S V&V best practices and the M&S VV&A life cycle.
- Knowledge of communication protocols including but not limited to Link-16.
- Training in systems engineering processes (INCOSE, PMI, or similar credential)
- Experience in Digital Engineering.

Security Clearance Level Required:  
- Active SECRET security clearance with TS/SCI eligibility is required for this position.
- U.S. Citizenship is also required for this position.

The pay range for this position in Colorado is $165,000/year to $185,000/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. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site