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Senior Systems Engineer

MTSI · Boston, MA, US

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Job details

Level
Senior
Experience
10+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Posted
Oct 20, 2026
Last confirmed open
Oct 21, 2026
Job description

About this role

MTSI is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support a high visibility Air Force program at Hanscom Air Force Base. This role provides systems engineering and program/acquisition support to the Government Team Lead, focused on enterprise IT systems, C2 capabilities, and related technologies.

The ideal candidate will have experience delivering and deploying digital infrastructure within the DoDIN and integrating Digital Infrastructure into DoW Weapon Systems. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Program & Engineering

Support* Support engineering and program management activities for USAF programs.

  • Help develop objectives, integrated roadmaps, schedules, and budgets.
  • Assist with design, integration, testing, and technical reviews.

Documentation & Analysis* Prepare SOWs, specifications, briefs, and engineering documents.

  • Review and analyze vendor proposals within legal guidelines.
  • Conduct data gathering, analysis, and validation of program documentation.

Integration & Acquisition

Support* Support R&D, acquisition planning, and implementation.

  • Help manage cost, schedule, and performance across program phases.
  • Assist with milestone planning, briefing development, and coordination.

Compliance & Governance* Support JCIDS, CONOPS, architectural views, security certifications, and acquisition reporting.

  • Assist with acquisition strategies, capability development plans, and transition to PEOs.

Roadmaps & Stakeholder Engagement* Develop and communicate technology roadmaps and integration plans.

  • Coordinate across customers, suppliers, and stakeholders.
  • Work across multiple classified networks while adhering to security requirements

Lead Deployment Activities* Coordinate with DAF and other DoW Service Components to install and integrate digital infrastructure worldwide

  • Build enterprise network architectures, network topologies, and network kit architectures
  • Define Bills of Materials, product level details and specifications to deploy per site
  • Work with logistics, cyber, operational, and fellow engineers to deploy a fully capable system to a site

Systems Engineering

Support* Define system requirements along with other IPTs

  • Define system risks, and opportunities based on operational impacts
  • Prepare senior leader briefings and communications for program leadership

Required Experience* 18+ years engineering experience, including 5+ years supporting a systems program office (or 10+ years with a master’s degree).

  • Experience with software development, integration, or lifecycle management as it relates to system engineering processes, including software-driven system design and implementation.
  • Experience with global networking, cloud data center, and network point of presence build out.
  • Experience with classified or special access programs.
  • Self starter able to work independently and with senior level government personnel.
  • Skilled in cross organizational coordination and problem-solving.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Teams).
  • Strong experience with engineering tools (Cameo, DOORS) and digital engineering practices.
  • Knowledge of military platforms, systems, operations.
  • Familiarity with collaboration tools such as Confluence or Jira.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Required Education* Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or related technical field; or master’s degree and 10 years of experience.

Desired Qualifications* Integration of weapons systems, sensors, and C2 capabilities, including cross platform interoperability.

  • Experience delivering advanced battle management and C2 capabilities aligned with joint force operations and JADC2.
  • Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in a technical field.
  • Knowledge of DoD acquisition regulations and FAR.
  • Familiarity with AFLCMC frameworks, directives, and policies.

Desired Certifications* Security +

Required Clearance* TS/SCI

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Perks and Benefits

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  • Vacation:

New Hires Accrue 20 days of PTO and 10 Holidays per Year

  • Health Insurance:

Zero Deductible Health Plans

  • Flexible Schedules:

Flex Schedules

  • Professional Development:

Up to $10,000 Annual Education/Training Reimbursement

  • ESOP:

Funded Stock Ownership Plan

  • 401k Match+:

6% 401k Match + Immediate Vesting

  • Bonus Program:

Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunity

  • Mentorship:

Career Mentorship Programs

Why is MTSI a great place to work

  • 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 Decemeber)

+ 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 visitwww.mtsi-va.com

EEO Statement

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.

Why is MTSI a great place to work

  • 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 Decemeber)

+ 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

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