Modern Technology Solutions

Aircraft Modification Systems Engineer - Senior

Modern Technology Solutions • $100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in aircraft modification and systems engineering
  • Understanding of airworthiness criteria and FAA standards
  • Experience with manned or unmanned aircraft
  • Strong communication skills for technical documentation
  • Ability to work independently and in teams
  • Analytic skills for managing multiple projects
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, including Project

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate airworthiness through flight tests of modified aircraft
  • Interact with equipment suppliers and project stakeholders
  • Implement systems engineering approaches on projects
  • Develop technical documents and presentations
  • Collaborate on mission-critical modifications and integrations
  • Support project management and program development
  • Apply knowledge of test ranges for CONUS-based projects

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment
  • Engagement in cutting-edge aircraft modification projects
  • Exposure to a variety of technical disciplines
  • Potential for professional growth and development
  • Involvement with the Intelligence Community and complex engineering challenges
Full Job Description
As a Senior Aircraft Modification Systems Engineer with MTSI you will focus on projects emphasizing integration of sensors, communication equipment, and aircraft survivability equipment. This position will be located in northern VA.

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:
  • Understanding of airworthiness criteria.
  • Flight test of aircraft and modified aircraft to evaluate airworthiness.
  • Knowledge of CONUS-based test ranges.
  • 10+ years of aircraft (manned or unmanned) aircraft modification, systems engineering approaches, and program management.
  • You must have demonstrated skill in in at least one or more technical area: flight test, aircraft modification, systems engineering, stores separation analysis, and unmanned aircraft.
  • An interest and some knowledge of one airworthiness criteria and FAA airworthiness standards technology.
  • You must be able to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment, and meet required schedules and timelines.
  • You must have the ability to interact with aircraft/equipment suppliers, work well with coworkers and teammates.
  • You must have outstanding skills in communicating complex technical issues and in providing comprehensive written, oral and/or digital products (including document organization and technical writing).
  • You must have good analytic skills and the ability to apply these skills in a multi-tasking environment where more than one project may require his/her participation at a given time (typically one primary project and one or two ancillary projects).

Desired Requirements:
  • Specific experience with modification of manned or unmanned aircraft.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office products to include Project
  • Experience staffing decision packages in a headquarters environment.
  • Experience with the Intelligence Community including acquisition and engineering projects.

Education Requirements:
  • B.S. in an aerospace, mechanical, or systems engineering, math, statistics, operations research or related field.
  • M.S. in aerospace, mechanical, or systems engineering, math, statistics, operations research or related field, DESIRED.

Certifications Desired:
  • Project Management Professional.
  • Test Pilot/Engineer School Grad.
  • Systems Engineer Professional.

Clearance Requirements:
  • TS/SCI clearance with a Full-Scope polygraph.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

#LI-JW1

#LI-Onsite

About Modern Technology Solutions

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a leading-edge engineering and technology company that provides critical solutions for complex military and commercial programs. MTSI has been providing engineering and technical services to the defense industry since 1993. The company has a strong focus on innovation and is committed to delivering the best solutions to its clients. MTSI has a highly skilled workforce of engineers, scientists, and technical experts who are dedicated to providing the highest quality services to its clients. The company has a proven track record of success and has received numerous awards and recognition for its work.
Learn more about Modern Technology Solutions
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1993

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Modern Technology Solutions

More Aerospace & Defense Jobs

Find similar Aircraft Modification Systems Engineer - Senior jobs: