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Mission Engineering Study Lead

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
401(k)
United States, Virginia, Alexandria
5285 Shawnee Road (Show on map)
Feb 20, 2026
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Mission Engineering Deputy Study Lead to lead a team of engineers and analysts in executing mission engineering studies.The primary worksite is in the Alexandria, VA area in support of the Office of the Undersecretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)) Mission Integration.
You will serve as the senior analytic member of a team of analysts, engineers, and modelers conducting Mission Engineering studies for OUSD R&E in accordance with the Mission Engineering Guide 2.0 (https://ac.cto.mil/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/MEG_2_Oct2023.pdf). In this role, the Deputy Study Lead will assist the Government lead in developing the study plan, identifying needed resources (personnel, modeling tools, etc.), socializing the study with stakeholders, executing the study, and authoring the final report.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage a team in the execution of studies following the mission engineering process.Work with the mission characterization, architecture, and constructive analysis teams to execute the activities, develop the products, and synthesize results that answer Key Questions and meet evolving Joint mission objectives. This position will be 100% onsite in the Alexandria, Virginia area, with the possibility of local travel to customer sites and related engineering conferences/workshops.
Your essential job functions will include, but may not be limited to:
  • Development of study scope, Key Questions, partnering organizations, external teaming opportunities, and execution plans.
  • Understand complex scenarios, vignettes, CONOPs, CONEMPs, measure derivation, and system-of-systems interactions to assist the team's overall knowledge base and inform leadership.
  • Understand Mission Architecture inputs, development, implementation, and connections to CONOPs, CONEMPs, and mission-level modeling & simulation (M&S) efforts for the system-of-systems architectures being constructed.
  • Understanding of mission-level analysis objectives, tools, limitations, constraints, and how data and architectures feed M&S activities.
  • Track progress, solve problems, identify risks, develop mitigations, maintain information flow to team and leadership.
  • Develop Kickoff, IPR, and Final briefings along with Study final products.
  • Synthesize raw analytical products into impactful conclusions and recommendations for senior government leadership.
Qualifications:
  • 7 years of experience in operations research with a focus on mission engineering, systems engineering, or operational analysis.
  • 5 years of experience conducting operational or mission analysis and trade-off studies to inform decision-making for capability development, system design, technology investments, or maturation of concepts of operations (CONOPS) or concepts of employment (CONEMPS).
  • 5 years of experience in a leadership or deputy role managing cross-functional teams in analyzing complex engineering and operational problems.
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  • 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.


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