About this role
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is hiring an Applied Mission Engineer. This position is remote with up to 20% travel. Qualified candidates must be US citizens with the ability to obtain a DHS Public Trust.
Responsibilities: • Apply subject matter expertise and evaluate a wide range of border security technologies to inform investment decisions, support test and evaluation, and ensure operational relevance. • Surveillance Systems: Day/night electro-optical (EO) cameras, infrared (IR) and thermal imaging systems, wide-area motion imagery (WAMI), and ground surveillance radar. • Sensor Networks: Seismic, acoustic, and vibration-based ground sensors; sensor towers; and integrated multi-sensor systems for tracking and perimeter awareness. • Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (cUAS): RF detection and mitigation systems, radar tracking, EO/IR cueing sensors, and kinetic or non-kinetic interceptors. • Mobile and Fixed Platforms: Surveillance-equipped vehicles, unmanned ground systems (e.g., robotic scouts), and autonomous observation towers or drones. • Biometric and Identity Solutions: Facial recognition systems, mobile biometric collection kits, and multimodal screening technologies. • Non-Intrusive Inspection Systems (NII): Vehicle and cargo scanning systems using X-ray, gamma-ray, or neutron-based inspection technologies, as well as trace detection for narcotics or explosives. • Environmental and Infrastructure Technologies: Terrain monitoring tools, smart barriers, and environmental sensors that affect system placement, coverage, and performance. • Evaluate technical content from industry and government sources, including RFI responses, proposals, white papers, technology demonstration plans, and contractor deliverables. • Plan and execute technical demonstrations, field tests, and system evaluations, including data collection, performance analysis, and results interpretation. • Conduct structured technology assessments and capability reviews to identify and analyze emerging technologies with potential mission impact. • Translate operational and mission needs into technical requirements and actionable engineering guidance in collaboration with CBP mission stakeholders. • Develop technical reports, white papers, and decision briefings to support investment planning and acquisition strategies. • Support engineering and program planning by contributing to key program artifacts, including Systems Engineering Life Cycle (SELC) tailoring plans, Systems Engineering Plans (SEP), Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS). • Assist in the development of supporting documentation, including Statement of Objectives (SOO), Performance Work Statements (PWS), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Functional Requirements Documents (FRDs), Concepts of Operation (CONOPS). • Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to track progress, resolve technical issues, and support informed decision-making throughout program execution.
Required Qualifications: • 5+ years of experience in applied engineering, technology evaluation, or systems development. • Familiarity with DHS or DOD acquisition processes, including SELC and test planning. • Excellent analytical, communication, and technical writing skills. • Experience working across technical and operational teams in mission-driven environments.
Education Requirements: • A bachelor’s or a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Applied Physics, or related technical field preferred
Clearance Requirements: • Qualified candidates must be US citizens with the ability to obtain a DHS Public Trust.
Travel Requirements: • This position offers the opportunity to work a hybrid work schedule.
The pay range for this position is $110,000 to $160,000/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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