Space RCO Ground Systems Engineer

Overview

Space RCO Software Test Engineer (Senior) – Albuquerque, NM (US-NM). MTSI is seeking a senior Software Test Engineer to support development of first-of-kind space vehicles and missions. The selected candidate 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 acquisition support functions including contracting, financial management, human resources, security, program management and technical engineering support for rapid response to classified space programs. The mission is to deliver operationally dominant space capabilities at the speed of warfighting relevance in response to Commander, U.S. Space Command requirements. The successful candidate will be a leader and problem solver able to deliver results as part of a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the government Program Manager with test campaigns.
• Work with government test agencies and Mission Partners to develop Developmental and Operational test plans, execute tests, track results, capture Deficiency Reports, write mitigation plans, and capture lessons learned.
• Focus on end-to-end testing and closure of Deficiency Reports with all stakeholders.
• Support design, interpretation, and analysis of technical solutions to complex discipline-specific testing.
• Plan and perform test research, development, and other assignments in conformance with design, engineering, and customer specifications.
• Evaluate system architecture and component testing to eliminate redundancy and align capabilities across multiple programs and / or agencies.
• Provide technical expertise for performance analysis, test plan design and test scenarios for functional testing, security testing, and vulnerability analysis of ground and space software tools and capabilities.
• Be responsible for the technical / engineering planning and execution of major and minor testing necessary on projects.
• Lead authoring, evaluation and / or execution of the program test and evaluation master plan and system acceptance planning; interface with multiple mission partners and oversee test and system engineering working groups.
• Coordinate with multiple partners / agencies to ensure test communities support delivery milestones.
• Work on high-visibility or mission-critical aspects of programs and perform all functional duties independently.
• Oversee the efforts of less senior staff and / or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.
• Translate complex ideas and data into simple, actionable recommendations or differentiated courses of action.

Qualifications

Required skills :

Desired skills :

Education

Minimum Requirements :

Clearance

Location / Travel

Full-time, on-site in vicinity of Kirtland AFB, NM, with travel up to 30% within the continental United States.

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About MTSI

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company delivering high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, AI, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance. MTSI was founded in 1993 and has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information, please visit www.mtsi-va.com

Equal Opportunity

MTSI embraces nine core values, including Employees come first. MTSI is an Equal Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. MTSI is 100% employee-owned and offers comprehensive benefits and a strong ESOP program.

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