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Senior Theater-Based Missile Defense Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
401(k)
United States, Alabama, Huntsville
Jan 08, 2026
MTSI is looking for a talented Senior Theater-Based Missile Defense Engineerto join our team! In this role you will get to provide technical ground and radar site support to the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) Engineering lead.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Provide systems and interoperability engineering, analysis, and technical guidance regarding the THAAD weapon system with international partners.
  • Assist Engineering Lead with managing the technical aspects of all assigned force design work.
  • Collaborate and coordinate on force design technical efforts with multiple external agencies and stakeholders.
  • Identify deficiencies and shortcomings in planned or ongoing design reviews and provide options for fixing them.
  • Document and communicate interim and final technical findings and results in a clear manner that is understandable to senior-level decision makers.
Required Qualifications:
  • MS degree in STEM and 12+ years working on missile defense-related or another complex, large DoD program/project.
  • Active Secret clearance
  • Technical understanding and experience with missile defense or radar systems.
  • Develop and present reports and presentations to senior management-level personnel; exceptional written and verbal skills required.
  • Works independently and/or leads teams to analyze and resolve problems.
  • Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency, Ballistic Missile Defense System, and/or THAAD Program Office work efforts.
  • Proficiency in system engineering and execution processes.
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
  • Willingness to travel no more than 25% of the time, including potential international travel
Desired Qualifications:
  • Prior experience within Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs
  • Working knowledge of the THAAD weapon system
  • Proficiency in system engineering and execution processes
  • Work within a collaborative environment composed of Government, prime contractor, sub-contractor and supporting contractor personnel
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance
  • Self-starter with enthusiasm and capacity to learn in a fast-paced environment, and work across organizational boundaries.





  • 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 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


    • 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.


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