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Senior Site Installation Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
$148,000.00 - $186,000.00 / yr
401(k)
United States, California, El Segundo
Oct 10, 2025
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Senior Site Installation Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. You will join a systems engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting US Space Force (USSF) satellite communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF. You will lead and support several working groups responsible for leading technical discussion, resolve and identify risk, requirement gaps, developing briefings, writing, and tracking action items, and authoring meeting minutes. The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the US Space Force's Space Systems Center (SSC). We support the Space Force's acquisition of state of the art satellite communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems. Key Responsibilities: Supports USSF SSC Protected Tactical Enterprise (PTES) SATCOM Program Management Office (PMO) in Fielding of new SATCOM ground systems Sr. Engineer and Subject Matter Expert to PTES PMO Government Customer for all SATCOM, Site Development, System Integration, and project acceptance documentation issues Maintains the PTES Fielding schedules and actively drives PTES Fielding projects through to completion for the PTES PMO Government Customer Authors, Maintains, Modifies Requirements Documents and Interface Control Documents.Actively engages in formal Change Management/Engineering Change Request processes Collaborates withSubject Matter Experts from other PTES PMO Functional Areas, providing a Fielding perspective on issues or documents they are working Supports the PTES PMO Chief Engineer in Special Projects and High Visibility issues requiring SATCOM Fielding support Work Environment: Location:On-site Travel Requirements:Average 25%, can escalate to 75% during surges Working Hours:Standard Qualifications: Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance is required for this position Bachelor's Degree in related Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), field (i.e. Electrical Engineers, Space Systems Engineering, etc.) 12+ years of applicable job experience in Space and Ground Systems Operations, Planning, Engineering, & Management Experience Fielding MILSATCOM systems, such as AEHF, EPS, WGS, and Tactical SATCOM or COMSATCOM Experience with Defense Information Systems Agency SATCOM and terrestrial communications Experience authoring Requirements Documents, Engineering Packages, review of supplier design proposals Willing to travel as Task requirements dictate Functional understanding of Orbital Mechanics, Timing & Synchronization, and RF Link Budget Analysis Organization capability with ability to handle competing priorities Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate ideas, recommendations and options to customers, senior leaders, and stakeholders Ability to resolve conflicts effectively and in a professional manner Expert in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) Desired: Understands Program Management of ACAT I through ACAT III programs Certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE ESEP, CSEP) Hands-on experience working in DoD SATCOM facilities or USSF Delta 8 Regional SATCOM Support Centers or Wideband SATCOM Operations Center Hands-on experience design, coordination, installation, test, and transition of MILSATCOM ground systems Demonstrated Project Management experience Experience working with military or DoD civilian clients Experience managing subcontractor and DoD Civilian suppliers Compensation: The pay range for this position in California is $148,000/year to $186,000/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. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site. #LI-MM1 #MTSI #MTSIJOBS 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.