Senior Test/Systems Engineer
Modern Technology Solutions
Washington, DC · Posted September 10, 2026
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About the job
As a Senior Test/Systems Engineer you will support development, integration, and testing of air vehicles.
Other Job duties include:
Develops and reviews documentation for system safety review boards.
Reviews specifications, designs, and technical data related to air vehicles, control surfaces, control laws, propulsion systems, and stores.
Edits and review detailed test plans and review test results from system testing.
Reviews technical requirements, designs, and implementations of aircraft subsystems.
Coordinates with aircraft and payload developers, test personnel, and safety boards on areas related to system testing to ensure successful delivery of capabilities.
Reviews technical packages to support verification of requirements
Required Experience:
15+ years' experience of relevant Department of War program experience
Minimum 2 years’ experience in SAP and/or SCI environment, with at least 1 year within the last 5 years
Ability to work on high-visibility, mission-critical aspects of a program and perform all functional duties independently
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing concisely and with technical accuracy
Ability to translate complex ideas and data into simple, actionable recommendations or easily differentiated courses of action
Education Requirements:
Master’s Degree in a Engineering discipline or relevant field
Clearance Requirements:
Active TS/SCI
The pay range for this position is $160,000/year to $220,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI offers a full range of medical benefits, 401k, ESOP, paid time off, 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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