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Space RCO Space System Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
401(k)
United States, Colorado, Centennial
Jan 12, 2026
MTSI is searching for asenior Space Vehicle System Engineer (SVSE) professionalto support development of first-of-kind space vehicles and missions.This handpicked candidate must possess technical expertise and experience with developing, designing, building, and integrating space hardware and software.In this position, you will provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO). The Space RCO program office, located at Kirtland AFB, NM, is a small, streamlined organization with dedicated, organic acquisition support functions: contracting, financial management, human resources, security, program management, and technical engineering support that are critical in enabling the rapid response required for classified space programs.The mission is to develop and deliver operationally dominant space capabilities at the speed of warfighting relevance in response to Commander, U.S. Space Command requirements.A successful candidate should be a leader and problem solver with a proven ability to deliver superior results as part of a high-performing team in a high-profile, fast-paced environment.This position is geographically separated from the main team at Albuquerque. The candidate needs to be comfortable operating independently but collaboratively. SVSE Principal Duty You will work in a small, highly empowered team where every team member is directly responsible for the success of the program.Engineering responsibilities span technology domains including space rated hardware, software, sensors, and processors in an extremely fast-paced, responsive development environment.This SETA candidate will provide in-depth background on satellite vehicle bus and/or subsystems assembly, integration and test as a factory in plant program office representative to improve program office insight into state-of-the art IC, DoD, commercial and legacy space vehicle systems, and C2 requirements and capabilities.You must apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts for highly classified systems, while also effectively communicating complex results with management and executive leadership. SETA Role and Responsibilities: Supports design, interpretation, and analysis of technical solutions to complex projects Leads or supports technical programs, projects, or tasks whose technical complexity requires engineering oversight Serve as the government's in-plant technical representative at prime contractor and/or supplier facilities to provide oversight of manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test activities. Monitor, assess, and report on contractor progress during all phases of space vehicle integration and testing, from component level to final system sell-off. Provide government insight and technical assessments during critical test campaigns, ensuring procedures are followed and success criteria are met. Act as the technical liaison between the contractor and the government program office for all matters related to in-plant production and testing Ensure the quality of the program, project, or task deliverables meet or exceed standards or metrics and assesses such deliverables to ensure that the final deliverables will meet the warfighting purpose for which they are intended Plans and performs engineering research, design development, and other engineering assignments in conformance with the design, engineering, and customer specifications Coordinates with multiple partners/agencies to ensure system engineering communities support delivery milestones Tracks and advises design trades and associated cost, schedule, and technical impacts to requirements Work on high-visibility or mission critical aspects of a given program and perform all functional duties independently Translate complex ideas and data into simple, actionable recommendations or easily differentiated courses of action Communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy-oral and written Qualifications Required skills: Minimum fifteen (1015) years DoD/IC, or relevant industry work experience Direct hands-on experience with satellite assembly, integration, and testing (AI&T). Experience acting as an on-site representative at a contractor or subcontractor facility. Exceptional qualifications in development and fielding satellite systems Understanding of space operational environment and corresponding mission user needs Knowledge of space system engineering, development, and manufacturing Experience in DoD program management including program development and transition Experience with Integrated Master Schedules, and risk management Experience with Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS) Desired skills: Ten (10) years of relevant DoD and/or Industry work experience with SAP and/or SCI System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to Government program office Experience with rapid prototyping Experience with integrated air, space and cyberspace capabilities Experience developing, deploying, and maintaining ground mission planning architecture and software Experience with ACAT I/II level acquisition programs Experience in planning and executing test campaigns for space systems Fluency with IC organizations Education Desired Requirements: An applicable engineering degree from a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) or possess a Professional Engineering license Relevant MA/MS/ME degree Clearance: Active TOP SECRET clearance with sensitive compartmentalized information (SCI) and special access program (SAP) eligibility (no less than 2 years total SAP and/or SCI environment experience, with 1-year total within last 5 years) and willingness to submit to a Counter-Intelligence polygraph Candidate must maintain a TS/SCI clearance as a condition of employment Location/Travel Requirements: Full-time, on site in vicinity of Centennial Colorado and will require travel up to 30% of time within the continental United States This role is geographically separated from the main team in ABQ. The candidate needs to be comfortable operating independently but collaboratively. #LI-BG1 #MTSI #onsite 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.