Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a F35 Joint Program Office Senior Project Manager in Arlington, VA to provide technical and project management assistance to the Air National Guard Air Force Reserve Test Center (AATC) in support of Air Reserve Component (ARC) F-35 development, and the candidate will represent AATC, specifically within the F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO). The candidate will directly support AATC in Tucson, AZ but will be geographically located at the F-35 JPO in Arlington, VA. As such, the candidate will be expected to make regular trips to AATC in Tucson, AZ and Eglin AFB, FL.

Why is MTSI known as 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 Ownership: 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
  • 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 tuition 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.

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As a F35 Joint Program Office Senior Project Manager with MTSI, the candidate will represent AATC at the F-35 JPO as the test representative and F-35 Project Manager/Subject Matter Expert. Technical support will overlap with multi-domain integration amongst all mission areas performed by Guard and Reserve forces. The candidate will provide program and technical support to the government program manager on defining aircraft modification program technical requirements, systems engineering and integration, test and evaluation requirements, and logistics support throughout the acquisition program lifecycle.

Your primary responsibilities will include but may not be limited to:

• Requirements formulation; software candidate management; test milestone management; test results and recommendations reporting; engineering change review and management; interface control document adherence; deficiency reporting tracking; solution proposals and management.
• Interfacing with F-35 JPO leadership and the USAF Test Enterprise providing input to fielding recommendations for ARC F-35 equities.
• Investigate new technologies and advise government personnel on changes and technical developments in applicable technology.
• Primary mission focus will be in support of the AATC Air Dominance Combined Test Force (ADOM-CTF); however, all Guard and Reserve F-35 related programs will be supported as determined by NGB and AATC.
• Work closely with AATC Directors, various system program offices, and industry vendors to formulate and implement commercial off-the-shelf and developmental improvements to these systems.
• Responsible for requirements generation, verification, and validation as well as conceptual and technical implementation of required software and hardware architecture, along with the efforts of AATC government and various JPO/SPO personnel.
• Have a firm understanding of the operation and tactical applications of F-35 systems and their interfaces.
• Directly support AATC in the development of advanced combat systems from cradle to grave in an independent, high-energy environment and will operate in multidisciplinary teams of industry, government and military personnel consisting of engineers, analysts, scientists, pilots, and other aircrew.

• Minimum 15 years' of experience in program management, developmental/operational testing, practical engineering and/or flight test in support of military acquisitions/sustainment as well as a strong desire to learn new systems and propose new ideas for F-35 subsystem design and/or integration.
• Must have a strong ability to work in a team environment with demonstrated leadership and customer interface skills.
• Must have good analytic skills and be capable of operating in a multi-tasking environment.
• Must have strong verbal and written communications skills and proficient in productivity software suites such as Microsoft Office.
• Must have a valid driver's license with an insurable driving record.
• Must have a can-do attitude and be self-starting, ambitious, and hard-working.

Qualifications Desired:

• 10 years' experience in F-35 flight test, program office, software testing, practical engineering and/or flight test in support of military acquisitions/sustainment.

• USAF or equivalent Test Pilot School graduate.

• Familiarity with DoD warfare ranges and a background in special access programs.

Education Requirements:

• B.S. in technical discipline is required, preferably in engineering (astronautical, aeronautical, electrical, computer, mechanical, systems) or computer science.

• Master's degree in a technical discipline, Desired.

Clearance Requirements:

• Active TOP SECRET clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) experience.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel expected approximately monthly with typical trips occurring intraweek. Up to 20% travel, depending on program workload and work location. Occasional OCONUS travel may be required.

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