Mission Solutions Engineer (MSE) LVL III - SeniorJob Summary: OWT Global seeks a highly experienced and self-driven Mission Solutions Engineer (MSE) Level III to support the company's UxS, C5ISR, and Mission Partner Program (MPP) for related Special Operations, Intelligence, and defense mission activities. This role serves as a senior technical and operational advisor responsible for evaluating, integrating, demonstrating, and supporting advanced mission technologies spanning Tactical Information Operations (TIO), Technical Surveillance Operations (TSO), Tactical Advanced Sensors (TAS), unmanned systems (UxS), Counter-UAS, C5ISR, communications, and emerging operational capabilities aligned to USSOCOM and broader U.S. Government mission requirements.
The MSE Level III will work directly with operational end users, OEM partners, program offices, and internal OWT Global directorates to translate mission requirements into integrated capability solutions that support rapid prototyping, operational testing, fielding, sustainment, and transition activities. This position requires a strong blend of operational experience, technical expertise, systems integration knowledge, and customer engagement capability to support both existing programs and emerging mission opportunities across the Mission Partner ecosystem.
Primary work supports OWT Global Headquarters in Tampa, Florida, customer locations, operational test sites, and remote support activities as required. Travel within CONUS and OCONUS may average up to 35%.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:• Serve as a senior Mission Solutions Engineer supporting OWT Global's UxS, C5ISR, and Mission Partner Program for associated operational capability initiatives.
• Function as one of the lead trainers and integrators for OWTAR capabilities.
• Support customer training activities and development of training materials for newly fielded or evaluated technologies.
• Support developmental test and evaluation (DT&E), operational test and evaluation (OT&E), fielding, and sustainment activities for mission systems and integrated technologies.
• Develop technical documentation, integration plans, operational workflows, test reports, After Action Reports (AARs), and customer-facing capability summaries.
• Provide technical support and subject matter expertise across mission areas including unmanned systems, Counter-UAS, tactical communications, tracking technologies, ISR payloads, TSO/TAS capabilities, and C5ISR architectures.
• Assist with technical solution development supporting proposals, RFIs, RFPs, OTA efforts, white papers, and capability development initiatives.
• Maintain awareness of emerging commercial, government, and non-traditional technologies relevant to SOF and defense operational requirements.
• Support planning, logistics coordination, fielding activities, and mission partner integration efforts in both office and operational environments.
• Represent OWT Global during industry engagements, operational demonstrations, conferences, test events, and customer meetings as required.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, products, and OEM capabilities for operational relevance, integration potential, and mission applicability across SOF, IC, and defense mission sets.
• Support technical demonstrations, operational evaluations, proof-of-concept activities, and customer capability briefings for Mission Partner technologies.
• Translate operational requirements, CONOPs, and user feedback into integrated mission capability solutions and technical recommendations.
• Coordinate directly with OEM engineering teams, program offices, operational users, and OWT Global leadership to support rapid capability integration and transition efforts.
Job Requirements:• U.S. Citizen
• Active SECRET clearance
• Ability to travel up to 35% of the time
• Ability to lift and handle equipment up to 50 lbs
• Experience operating, integrating, testing, or supporting mission technologies relevant to SOF, IC, or defense operations
• Ability to work independently in office, remote, and operational field environments
Basic Qualifications:• 12 or more years of combined Special Operations, Intelligence Community, TIO, Technical Surveillance Operations (TSO/TSE/TSD), UxS, ISR, C-UAS, C5ISR, or related operational and technical experience.
• 8 or more years supporting operational technology integration, testing, demonstrations, or fielding activities involving mission systems or advanced sensor capabilities.
• Experience translating operational requirements and user needs into integrated technical solutions and mission workflows.
• Experience with mission systems integration, technical troubleshooting, operational testing, and customer-facing demonstrations.
• Familiarity with unmanned systems, ISR payloads, tactical communications, TAK/COP architectures, tracking technologies, or advanced sensor systems.
• Strong understanding of operational environments, mission planning considerations, and expeditionary support requirements.
• Ability to independently engage with customers, OEMs, engineers, and operational stakeholders in dynamic environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
Desired Qualifications:• Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Valued Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:• Experience supporting USSOCOM, SOF Acquisitions (SOF AT&L, CDD, etc.), and operational organizations.
• Understanding of vendor-agnostic systems integration and multi-domain operational architectures.
• Relevant military technical training, electronics training, ISR background, or engineering-related education.
• Experience supporting maritime, expeditionary, denied, or contested operational environments.
• Strong communication and briefing skills with the ability to interface effectively with senior leaders, operators, engineers, and external partners.
Benefits:- Health, Dental, and Vision
- Short Term/Long Term Disability/Life Insurance/Workers Compensation
- Traditional and Roth 401k plan options
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Department: Mission PartnersPrimary Location: Tampa, FL with travel up to 35% of the time
Job Type: Fulltime
Job Level: Mission Solutions Engineer Level III - Senior
Job Posting: 10/23/2026
Learn more about OWT Global at: https://owtglobal.com
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