Modern Technology Solutions

Technical Program Manager

Modern Technology Solutions$170K — $200K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience in DoD technical experimentation and integration events
  • Strong program/project management background handling complex dependencies
  • Excellent communication skills for cross-team coordination across military and contractor environments
  • Ability to manage schedules across multiple time zones
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred
  • Active PMP or DAWIA certification (Level II/III)

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning and management of technical experimentation and integration events
  • Develop and manage program plans, schedules, and roadmaps
  • Track milestones and resource needs for technical and operational activities
  • Ensure program execution aligns with timelines across geographies
  • Identify necessary systems and infrastructure for event readiness
  • Collaborate with engineering and operations to prepare technical capabilities
  • Capture lessons learned and incorporate improvements for future events

Benefits

  • Full range of medical benefits
  • Financial benefits including 401(k)
  • Opportunities for ongoing training and development
  • Flexible work environment
  • Collaboration with a diverse team across various military and defense entities
Full Job Description
MTSI is seeking a Technical Program Manager to support a key joint development program. This role is responsible for managing technical planning, readiness, and execution across a portfolio of experimentation events, demonstrations, and multi-service activities that drive mission advancement and operational integration. The ideal candidate blends program management discipline with operational planning expertise and a strong understanding of complex technical environments. This position is highly collaborative across various geographical locations, requiring coordination across engineering teams, operators, service representatives, and leadership to ensure each event is fully synchronized and technically prepared.

Responsibilities
  • Lead planning and management of technical experimentation, demonstrations, and integration events across multiple services and partner organizations
  • Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, and event roadmaps aligned with strategic objectives
  • Track milestones, risks, dependencies, and resource needs for all technical and operational activities
  • Ensure program execution remains synchronized with timelines across geographically distributed teams
  • Identify required systems, networks, cloud/on-prem environments, and mission-support infrastructure needed for events
  • Work closely with engineering, operations, and integration teams to ensure all technical capabilities are configured, tested, transported, and available
  • Prevent readiness gaps such as missing equipment, misaligned environments, or incomplete service integration
  • Coordinate with representatives from the Air Force, Army, Navy, USMC, and other mission partners to ensure appropriate participation and technical alignment
  • Facilitate working groups, planning sessions, syncs, and briefings to maintain shared awareness of priorities and progress
  • Serve as a central communication node between technical teams, operators, and leadership
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date reporting on event readiness, execution status, risks, and decisions
  • Provide leadership with insights on upcoming requirements, conflicts, resource constraints, and integration challenges
  • Capture lessons learned from events and incorporate improvements into future cycles.


Required Experience
  • 15+ years of experience supporting or managing DoD technical experimentation, demonstrations, exercises, or integration events
  • Understanding of joint operations, mission systems, C2 concepts, and cross-service coordination
  • Strong program or project management background with ability to manage complex technical dependencies
  • Excellent communication skills with experience coordinating across military, government, and contractor teams
  • Ability to manage schedules across multiple time zones and distributed locations


Required Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
  • An advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Engineering or a related technical field (desired)
  • Active Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification (Level II/III)


Desired Qualifications
  • 20+ years of experience
  • Experience with ABMS, JADC2, or similar mission-integration environments
  • Prior military, government, or defense-industry experience in technical operations or joint planning
  • Knowledge of experimentation infrastructure, cloud/on-prem integration environments, and service-specific systems
  • Familiarity with common PM and scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project)


Required Clearance
  • Active TS/SCI


The pay range for this position in is $170,000/year to $200,000/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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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.
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1993

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