Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
Lead Software Engineer / Flight & Ground Systems
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc., Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Position
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a
Lead Software Engineer
to join our team at Kirtland Air Force Base, NM. The role supports the Space Systems and Hardware Integration for Novel Space Experiments (SSHINE) program, providing critical software engineering for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) / Integrated Experiments and Evaluation Division (RVE). The successful candidate is a self‑starting leader and problem solver, delivering superior results in a high‑profile, fast‑paced environment.
Essential Functions
Develop space and ground system algorithms and software, including anomaly prediction, data aggregation, trending analysis, and vehicle fault detection.
Troubleshoot development and operational incidents, identify root causes, document problems, and implement preventive measures.
Provide direct support to software development tasks for RVE ground system requirements.
Manage software configuration control processes and ensure stakeholder requirements are met.
Evaluate and make recommendations on adjudication of software deficiency reports.
Provide expert consultation on quality assurance and software safety practices to a government/industry team.
Offer software development expertise to anomaly investigations and system development IPTs.
Optimize system performance and troubleshoot issues related to container orchestration, networking, and resource management.
Advise the development of hardware and software functionality and performance specifications.
Work with stakeholders to develop test plans and evaluate results.
Provide multi‑domain model building and simulation assistance for space sensors, systems, and mission CONOPS development.
Collaborate with software development teams to architect, deploy, and maintain applications.
Support model and analysis tool software development, perform data acquisition, and conduct detailed analysis.
Stay up to date with and research industry best practices, trends, and emerging technologies for possible implementation.
Participate in technical discussions, trade studies, and working groups.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including product management, UX/UI designers, and quality assurance, to define and deliver software solutions that meet customer needs.
Provide regular updates, reports, and presentations on software development and sustainment progress, achievements, and challenges to stakeholders.
Design process automation and scripts for provisioning, monitoring, and managing software deployments to reduce manual steps and improve reusability of solutions.
Communicate highly technical problems and solutions from engineers to senior USSF and AFRL leadership.
Work as a trusted, strategic partner with the customer, delivering actionable insights about emerging technologies and collaborating with technically‑minded external partners.
Required Experience
10+ years of systems engineering experience related to space and/or ground systems.
Experience with DoD space missions and programs.
Knowledge of DoD Systems Engineering best policies, practices, and procedures.
Experience with duties or assignments specifically in support of engineering relevant to space programs.
Ability to understand DoD/USSF systems engineering processes and documentation.
Ability to manage professional relationships with military or DoD civilian clients.
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), Information Technology, Computer Science, or similar from a regionally accredited institution.
Desired: Master’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), Information Technology, Computer Science, or similar from a regionally accredited institution.
Clearance Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Location / Travel Full‑time, on site in the vicinity of Albuquerque, NM. Requires up to 25% travel within the continental United States. The candidate may travel to government agencies and/or other contractor locations as required to support design and test requirements reviews, briefings to industry, conferences, and other meetings related to RAPID integration and test programs.
Benefits
Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year.
Flexible schedules.
6% 401(k) 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.
Life and disability insurance.
Optional zero‑deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan.
Equal Opportunity Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (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.
About MTSI 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. Founded in 1993, MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance and today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.
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Lead Software Engineer
to join our team at Kirtland Air Force Base, NM. The role supports the Space Systems and Hardware Integration for Novel Space Experiments (SSHINE) program, providing critical software engineering for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) / Integrated Experiments and Evaluation Division (RVE). The successful candidate is a self‑starting leader and problem solver, delivering superior results in a high‑profile, fast‑paced environment.
Essential Functions
Develop space and ground system algorithms and software, including anomaly prediction, data aggregation, trending analysis, and vehicle fault detection.
Troubleshoot development and operational incidents, identify root causes, document problems, and implement preventive measures.
Provide direct support to software development tasks for RVE ground system requirements.
Manage software configuration control processes and ensure stakeholder requirements are met.
Evaluate and make recommendations on adjudication of software deficiency reports.
Provide expert consultation on quality assurance and software safety practices to a government/industry team.
Offer software development expertise to anomaly investigations and system development IPTs.
Optimize system performance and troubleshoot issues related to container orchestration, networking, and resource management.
Advise the development of hardware and software functionality and performance specifications.
Work with stakeholders to develop test plans and evaluate results.
Provide multi‑domain model building and simulation assistance for space sensors, systems, and mission CONOPS development.
Collaborate with software development teams to architect, deploy, and maintain applications.
Support model and analysis tool software development, perform data acquisition, and conduct detailed analysis.
Stay up to date with and research industry best practices, trends, and emerging technologies for possible implementation.
Participate in technical discussions, trade studies, and working groups.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including product management, UX/UI designers, and quality assurance, to define and deliver software solutions that meet customer needs.
Provide regular updates, reports, and presentations on software development and sustainment progress, achievements, and challenges to stakeholders.
Design process automation and scripts for provisioning, monitoring, and managing software deployments to reduce manual steps and improve reusability of solutions.
Communicate highly technical problems and solutions from engineers to senior USSF and AFRL leadership.
Work as a trusted, strategic partner with the customer, delivering actionable insights about emerging technologies and collaborating with technically‑minded external partners.
Required Experience
10+ years of systems engineering experience related to space and/or ground systems.
Experience with DoD space missions and programs.
Knowledge of DoD Systems Engineering best policies, practices, and procedures.
Experience with duties or assignments specifically in support of engineering relevant to space programs.
Ability to understand DoD/USSF systems engineering processes and documentation.
Ability to manage professional relationships with military or DoD civilian clients.
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), Information Technology, Computer Science, or similar from a regionally accredited institution.
Desired: Master’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), Information Technology, Computer Science, or similar from a regionally accredited institution.
Clearance Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Location / Travel Full‑time, on site in the vicinity of Albuquerque, NM. Requires up to 25% travel within the continental United States. The candidate may travel to government agencies and/or other contractor locations as required to support design and test requirements reviews, briefings to industry, conferences, and other meetings related to RAPID integration and test programs.
Benefits
Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year.
Flexible schedules.
6% 401(k) 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.
Life and disability insurance.
Optional zero‑deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan.
Equal Opportunity Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (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.
About MTSI 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. Founded in 1993, MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance and today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.
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