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Systems Engineer - Senior (Tactical Communication ICT)

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
401(k)

Oct 14, 2026
MTSI is seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer with deep expertise in Tactical Communications Systems to support AFLCMC/WA activities for advanced warfighting capabilities. The engineer will provide technical leadership in the development, integration, and assessment of secure, resilient, multi-band, and networked communications architectures for next-generation Air Force platforms and system-of-systems constructs. The selected candidate will guide engineering activities related to tactical datalinks, line-of-sight (LOS) and beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) communications, waveform development, anti-jam/low probability of intercept/low probability of detection (LPI/LPD) communications, networking standards, and cross-platform interoperability. The engineer will operate across organizational boundaries and security levels to deliver integrated, communications-enabled capabilities supporting future Air Force mission sets. Key Responsibilities * Guide systems engineering efforts focused on tactical communications systems, including waveform performance analysis, network architecture design, link budget assessments, and system-of-systems integration. * Assess, develop, and validate communications architectures supporting fighter aircraft, advanced platforms, autonomous systems, and mission networking environments. * Evaluate tactical datalinks such as Link-16, MADL, advanced waveforms, secure voice/data systems, and emerging tactical networking standards. * Conduct engineering assessments of communications resilience, including anti-jam (AJ), LPI/LPD techniques, encryption, spectrum considerations, and contested-environment performance. * Translate operational mission needs into communications system requirements, interface definitions, integration strategies, and acquisition documentation. * Review contractor technical artifacts, interface documents, integration plans, and communication subsystem designs for feasibility, interoperability, and mission alignment. * Prepare and deliver high-level technical briefings for senior acquisition leadership, summarizing performance trade-offs, risk assessments, and architectural recommendations. * Facilitate and coordinate cross-functional teams to execute communications engineering reviews, test planning, and milestone activities. * Support engineering activities across multiple security levels, including classified communications architectures and secure network environments. * Assist with translating multi-platform operational partner needs into common engineering requirements, integration strategies, and acquisition documentation. * Prepare and deliver executive-level briefs to senior DoD decision-makers, summarizing technical risks, design trade-offs, and international impacts. * Coordinate with U.S. and allied engineering organizations to ensure interoperability, data exchange, configuration alignment, and common architecture frameworks. * Support classified and multi-level engineering environments, performing analyses across mission, system, and subsystem levels. Position Requirements * Strong technical background in: Tactical datalinks (Link-16, MADL, TTNT, or similar) LOS/BLOS communications Secure waveforms, COMSEC, encryption, and information assurance Network architectures for airborne or distributed systems * Ability to synthesize complex communications engineering information into concise, decision-ready summaries. * Proven ability to work across government, industry, and multi-level security environments. * Ability to analyze and communicate technical impacts of capability release, alternative architectures, or downgraded configurations. * Proven ability to prepare high-quality, decision-ready engineering products for senior acquisition leaders. * Proven ability to work effectively across organizational and functional boundaries. * Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex technical information into concise, decisionready executive summaries. * Ability to work efficiently across multiple security levels and collaboration environments. Experience coordinating and leading technical teams to successful completion of tasks. Qualifications:* Possess minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience Experience working in a DoW program or product acquisition office or environment Have no less than three (3) years' experience in a Special Access Program (SAP) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) environment within the last five (5) years Education:* Master of Science (MS)/Master of Arts (MA) or higher in a relevant engineering discipline. In lieu of the MS/MA or higher in a relevant engineering discipline, a BS in a relevant engineering discipline and a MS/MA or higher, or an equivalent professional degree (for example, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Juris Doctor).An engineering technology degree does not meet this requirement. In lieu of the MS/MA or higher or an equivalent professional degree, a BS/BA in a relevant engineering discipline and fifteen (15) years of experience in an engineering position with the DoD, other government agency, or DoD contractor. Clearance Requirements: Must possess an active DoD Top Secret (TS) security clearance with ability to obtain SCI U.S. Citizenship is required for this position, due to contract requirements. #LI-HP1 #DOG #TACCOM 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.