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MTSI is seeking an experienced flight tester who is excited to teach and mentor the next generation of experimental and developmental test pilots, combat system officers, flight test engineers, remotely piloted aircraft test pilots, and space testers.
The 4 major duties related to Mission Systems test are 1) Senior Advisor to TPS Leadership, 2) Curriculum Developer, 3) Master’s degree educator, and 4) International Technical Expert.
Individual Duties Include The Following

• Serves as the top education advisor and senior technical consultant to the TPS Commandant and the Technical Director on the Mission Systems series of instruction. The Mission Systems Series consists of academic lectures, laboratories, simulators, and flights introducing manned and unmanned aircraft mission systems including: communications, navigation, radar, electro-optic/infrared, weapons, datalinks, and electronic warfare (including cyber) testing methodologies. Mission systems are examined from both an individual and integrated perspective.
• Provides the technical expertise, corporate knowledge, and long term continuity for all Mission Systems academic course material, ground instructional events (simulators, laboratories, ground test), and in-flight instructional methods taught by the USAF TPS.
• Defines, integrates, and implements curriculum development and strategic initiatives for a graduate-level educational program in Mission Systems test to ensure the TPS curriculum includes state-of-the-art test technology and continues to advance new concepts in flight testing and flight test education, test and safety planning, data collection and analysis, and reporting.
• Teaches academic courses, leads simulator and/or laboratory sessions, and conducts control room and in-flight instruction related to Mission Systems test.
• Analyzes and evaluates a student's progress relative to syllabus objectives.
• Represents TPS as a recognized technical expert on Mission Systems test at national and international symposia and conferences.
• Acts as technical and/or safety advisor, subject matter expert, and/or report reviewer for AFMC, DoD, NASA, other government agencies, and allied nations as required.
  

Flying Opportunities
There are flying opportunities in multiple military and Qualitative Evaluation aircraft and, depending on your background and desires, there’s the possibility to be an instructor in gliders and Cessnas.
Research Opportunities
There are options to mentor student Test Management Projects which deal with cutting edge research topics that span the entire spectrum from advanced flight controls, autonomy, new EO/IR sensors, revolutionary navigation techniques, cyber and electronic warfare concepts, battle management algorithms, enhanced human vehicle interface systems, etc.
Required

• Master’s Degree in Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in flight test
  

Desired

• Graduate of a military test pilot school
• Prior teaching experience
• Flight Test Conductor and/or Test Director experience
• Be an internationally recognized flight test technical expert as evident through participation with professional organizations such as SFTE, SETP, AIAA, ITEA, etc.
• Ability to maintain an FAA class II medical certificate
  

Travel
Travel up to 10% may be required for this position.
Clearance Requirements
DoD TS/SCI eligibility is required. Ability to obtain SAP security clearance is also required.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
The pay range for this position in California is $180,000/year to $240,000/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. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site.
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Perks & Benefits
Vacation
New Hires Accrue 20 days of PTO and 10 Holidays per Year
Health Insurance
Zero Deductible Health Plans
Flexible Schedules
Flex Schedules
Professional Development
Up to $10,000 Annual Education/Training Reimbursement
ESOP
Funded Stock Ownership Plan
401k Match+
6% 401k Match + Immediate Vesting
Bonus Program
Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunity
Mentorship
Career Mentorship Programs
Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

• 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 December)
• 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 Statement
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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Space Research and Technology

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