Highlights
Lead planning and management of technical experimentation, demonstrations, and integration events across multiple services and partner organizations Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, and event roadmaps aligned with strategic objectives Track milestones, risks, dependencies, and resource needs for all technical and operational activities Ensure program execution remains synchronized with timelines across geographically distributed teams Identify required systems, networks, cloud/on‑prem environments, and mission‑support infrastructure needed for events Work closely with engineering, operations, and integration teams to ensure all technical capabilities are configured, tested, transported, and available Prevent readiness gaps such as missing equipment, misaligned environments, or incomplete service integration Coordinate with representatives from the Air Force, Army, Navy, USMC, and other mission partners to ensure appropriate participation and technical alignment Facilitate working groups, planning sessions, syncs, and briefings to maintain shared awareness of priorities and progress Serve as a central communication node between technical teams, operators, and leadership Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date reporting on event readiness, execution status, risks, and decisions Provide leadership with insights on upcoming requirements, conflicts, resource constraints, and integration challenges Capture lessons learned from events and incorporate improvements into future cycles. 18+ years of experience supporting or managing DoD technical experimentation, demonstrations, exercises, or integration events Experience supporting or employing advanced joint C2 and fires-related systems such as JFN and/or CJADC2 Understanding of joint operations, mission systems, C2 concepts, and cross‑service coordination Strong program or project management background with ability to manage complex technical dependencies Excellent communication skills with experience coordinating across military, government, and contractor teams Ability to manage schedules across multiple time zones and distributed locations Bachelor's degree required (Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred) An advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Engineering or a related technical field (desired) Active Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification (Level II/III) 20+ years of experience Prior military, government, or defense‑industry experience in technical operations or joint planning Knowledge of experimentation infrastructure, cloud/on‑prem integration environments, and service‑specific systems Familiarity with common PM and scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project).
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Washington, DC |
| Industry | Aerospace and Defense |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1993 |
| Website | http://www.mtsi-va.com/ |
Description
Lead planning and management of technical experimentation, demonstrations, and integration events across multiple services and partner organizations Develop and maintain program plans, schedules, and event roadmaps aligned with strategic objectives Track milestones, risks, dependencies, and resource needs for all technical and operational activities Ensure program execution remains synchronized with timelines across geographically distributed teams Identify required systems, networks, cloud/on‑prem environments, and mission‑support infrastructure needed for events Work closely with engineering, operations, and integration teams to ensure all technical capabilities are configured, tested, transported, and available Prevent readiness gaps such as missing equipment, misaligned environments, or incomplete service integration Coordinate with representatives from the Air Force, Army, Navy, USMC, and other mission partners to ensure appropriate participation and technical alignment Facilitate working groups, planning sessions, syncs, and briefings to maintain shared awareness of priorities and progress Serve as a central communication node between technical teams, operators, and leadership Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date reporting on event readiness, execution status, risks, and decisions Provide leadership with insights on upcoming requirements, conflicts, resource constraints, and integration challenges Capture lessons learned from events and incorporate improvements into future cycles. 18+ years of experience supporting or managing DoD technical experimentation, demonstrations, exercises, or integration events Experience supporting or employing advanced joint C2 and fires-related systems such as JFN and/or CJADC2 Understanding of joint operations, mission systems, C2 concepts, and cross‑service coordination Strong program or project management background with ability to manage complex technical dependencies Excellent communication skills with experience coordinating across military, government, and contractor teams Ability to manage schedules across multiple time zones and distributed locations Bachelor's degree required (Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred) An advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Engineering or a related technical field (desired) Active Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification (Level II/III) 20+ years of experience Prior military, government, or defense‑industry experience in technical operations or joint planning Knowledge of experimentation infrastructure, cloud/on‑prem integration environments, and service‑specific systems Familiarity with common PM and scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project)
About Company
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc., a fast paced and dynamic "engineer-owned and operated" technology firm, provides leading edge technical services in unmanned systems engineering, ballistic missile defense, air vehicle survivability and flight test operations. From our co-presidents to our project team members, MTSI employees stay actively engaged in multiple engineering activities and programs.
We are respected throughout the aerospace industry and work hard to protect our reputation of providing quality technical and programmatic work by using ethical, honest, and fair business practices.
MTSI possesses big-company aerospace engineering capabilities, with small-company responsiveness and flexibility.
We are only successful if our clients are successful.
MTSI employees are...
- Working on difficult technical projects critical to our nation
- Support a wide variety of Department of Defense agencies.
- Specifically sought to prepare comprehensive solutions for most challenging undertakings.
- Highly educated and technical experts.
- 92% hold Bachelor's degrees (99% of the technical staff)
- More than 60% hold Master's degrees or higher with several holding doctorates.
- Recognized problem solvers and innovators.
- Earn the highest customer praise and awards across several fields,
- Actively sought for producing first-rate solutions in minimal time.
- Respected for their professionalism, depth, and breadth of experience.
- Technical staff averages over 10 years of solid industry work.
- Seek out and work on leading edge technologies.
As a dynamic company with exceptional growth opportunities, MTSI is always seeking and recruiting top quality technical experts. Many of our recently hired employees hold advanced technical degrees in electrical or aerospace engineering, have a proven work record of excellence, and at least a Secret security clearance.
Additionally, as a leader in the development of innovative solutions to support national defense, MTSI also hires high-energy junior engineers with great potential to advance cutting edge technology in aerospace and systems engineering.
If you possess these qualities and want to be involved in the latest technological challenges that are critical to our nation, we invite you to Discover MTSI.