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Senior Defense Technologist - Tactical ISR PED

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Virginia, Arlington
Jul 17, 2025
Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to: -Experience in active-duty military service, support contractor and/or DoD civilian in a warfare specialty at progressively more difficult levels in planning, developing and executing technical projects of a research and development (R&D) nature. Qualifications Required: -At least fifteen years' experience with bolstering the development and implementation of advanced ISR / PED technologies and systems. -Experience includes: -Supporting a warfare specialty including planning, developing, and executing technical projects of a R&D nature, concerned with unique or controversial problems which have an important effect on major DoD programs. -Demonstrated skill in conceiving, planning, and conducting research studies combining operational expertise with novel technology approaches and sophisticated research techniques to assess military effectiveness and engineering viability. -Demonstrated experience working within the DoD (Joint Staff, Services, Command and Functional Commands) to advance capability development and increase investment in the most viable capabilities. -Demonstrated experience in the use of advanced techniques, theories, precepts, and practices in technological programs, preferably one that has transitioned to operational use. -Experience, background and knowledge of program transition efforts is highly preferred. -Joint/COCOM staff experience is highly preferred. -Air Force ISR Course / Weapons School Graduate is highly preferred. Education: -MS in related discipline -PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Engineering or related discipline preferred Clearance Requirements: - TS/SCI 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 Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and Decemeber) Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account Up to $10,000 in annual tuition 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.