Job Description

Systems Engineer SME

Location: Joint Base Anacostia–Bolling (JBAB), Washington, DC, or Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

Clearance: Active TS/SCI with SAP eligibility

Travel: Up to 25%

Position Overview

MTSI is seeking a highly experienced Systems Engineer SME to support a high visibility Air Force customer at JBAB or Wright-Patterson AFB. The Systems Engineer SME will provide advanced systems engineering, program management, and acquisition support to the Government Team Lead, enabling effective decision-making across aerospace, command and control (C2), and computing-related technologies and programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to program management activities for a USAF acquisition program, including developing program objectives, integrated roadmaps, detailed schedules, and budget inputs.
• Support creation of technical documents such as statements of work, specifications, leadership briefings, and specialized engineering briefs.
• Analyze contractor proposals (as permitted by law/regulation) and provide engineering support throughout design, integration, testing, and execution.
• Apply integration, communication, coordination, and planning expertise to R&D, acquisition, and cross disciplinary technical activities.
• Plan and manage critical aspects of system and subsystem development, including cost, schedule, and performance.
• Assist with milestone planning, tracking, scheduling, briefing preparation, staff coordination, and decision documentation.
• Gather data and conduct analysis, evaluation, and validation of acquisition program documentation.
• Support compliance with JCIDS processes, CONOPS development, architecture views, security accreditations/certifications, acquisition reporting, PM agreements, and MOAs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory guidance.
• Assist in developing acquisition strategies, early capability development strategies, project plans, and transition plans for Program Executive Office execution.
• Develop integration plans and procedures, organize resources, and support program transition activities.
• Develop and communicate roadmaps for programs, technologies, and associated product lines.
• Build and maintain influential relationships with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Work independently and collaboratively within engineering, program management, and security teams.
• Operate across multiple networks and classification levels while adhering to all security requirements.

Required Experience

• 20+ years of relevant engineering experience, including:
• 15+ years supporting a systems program office or similar organization
• Experience working on classified and/or SAP programs
• Ability to independently execute high level tasks, thrive in dynamic environments, and effectively collaborate with SES leaders and senior military officers.
• Proven coordination skills with internal and external organizations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Teams).
• High proficiency in engineering tools such as Cameo and DOORS.
• Ability to quickly learn new tools and adopt digital engineering practices.
• Knowledge of military platforms, systems, and operations.
• Experience using collaboration tools such as Confluence and/or Jira.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to translate technical needs into clear documentation.

Preferred Technical Experience

• Strong understanding of RF and communications systems (e.g., Link 16, SATCOM, tactical data links).
• Cloud and enterprise IT experience, including secure, scalable cloud and hybrid environments supporting C2 and EW systems.
• Hands on experience supporting or implementing EW systems, secure communication protocols, and advanced tactical communications networks aligned with modern C2 frameworks.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or related technical field
• Master’s degree required

Desired Knowledge Areas

• Networking, communications, C2 systems, and datalinks
• DoD acquisition regulations, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
• Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) frameworks, directives, and policies

Security Clearance

• Current TS clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI and SAP access
• At least 12 months of SAP experience within the past 3 years

Compensation

Pay range: $150,000 – $270,000 annually. Final compensation is based on contract requirements, experience, skills, market location, and other factors.

MTSI offers comprehensive medical, financial, and other benefits based on position.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the role is filled.

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