Aegis-Based Senior Propulsion Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
401(k)
United States, Virginia, Dahlgren
Sep 30, 2026
MTSI is looking for a talented Aegis-Based Defense Senior Propulsion Engineer to join our team! In this role you will be part of a talented and mission oriented professional team of federal engineers, active-duty naval officers and contractor staff who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get missile defense capability out to the Fleet. You will also be part of a team of some of the best and brightest engineers and scientists our country has to offer. Job Responsibilities: Provide propulsion engineering support for the Glide Phase Interceptor Program Office Develop program plans, plan of action and milestone recommendations, and prepare executive level briefs Produce, review and manage engineering documents. Prepare technical papers, engineering briefs and risk management documents Interface with Japan Ministry of Defense and Japan industry to support solid propellant development efforts Apply system engineering practices, identify and resolve complex problems associated with technical performance requirements. Required Qualifications: US Citizenship with Active Secret Bachelor's Degree in STEM Field 7+ Years experience Mastery of MS Office suite and familiarity with collaborative tools such as Jira, Confluence or Teams Missile System Experience These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have: Active TS/SCI Clearance Prior experience with Weapons Systems Deployment Experience with Missile Systems Engineering Technical experience in one of the following areas: Fleet operations, systems engineering, missile systems, Aegis Qualifications, etc. The pay range for this position in Viriginia $135,000/year to $150,000/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. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled. #LI-AS1 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.