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# Systems Engineer - Senior (Software, Compute, and Autonomy - ICT

- **Company:** Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
- **Location:** Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, Software Architecture, SAP (Applications), Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Technical Data Management Systems, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9239304/systems-engineer-senior-software-compute-and-autonomy-ict

## About the Role

MTSI is seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer to support Software, Compute, and Autonomy capabilities within an Integrated Capabilities Team (ICT) under AFLCMC/WA at Wright-Patterson AFB. The selected candidate will provide deep technical leadership in systems engineering, open architectures, autonomy-enabling software, and secure compute environments. This role emphasizes architecture development, system-of-systems integration, and mission-driven engineering analysis across advanced Air Force capability portfolios. The candidate will work across diverse technical disciplines, organizational boundaries, and security levels to deliver integrated solutions supporting next-generation warfighting capabilities., * In-depth knowledge of open architecture frameworks, including:

 * Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA)
 * Air Force/Army Mission Systems AMS GRA
 * UCI (Universal Command and Control Interface) standards

 * Strong foundation in systems engineering principles, including:
 * Open architecture design
 * Computer and network engineering
 * System and cyber security engineering
 * Software engineering lifecycle practices

 * Ability to integrate and reason about abstract concepts (e.g., autonomy, distributed compute, digital engineering) to produce acquisition-relevant outcomes.

 * Proven ability to work effectively across organizational and functional boundaries.

 * Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex technical information into concise, decision-ready executive summaries.

 * Ability to work efficiently across multiple security levels and collaboration environments.

 * Experience coordinating and leading technical teams to successful completion of tasks.

Qualifications:

 * Possess minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience

 * Experience working in a DoW program or product acquisition office or environment

 * Have no less than three (3) years' experience in a Special Access Program (SAP) and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) environment within the last five (5) years

Education:

 * Master of Science (MS)/Master of Arts (MA) or higher in a relevant engineering discipline.

 * In lieu of the MS/MA or higher in a relevant engineering discipline, a BS in a relevant engineering discipline and a MS/MA or higher, or an equivalent professional degree (for example, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Juris Doctor). An engineering technology degree does not meet this requirement.

 * In lieu of the MS/MA or higher or an equivalent professional degree, a BS/BA in a relevant engineering discipline and fifteen (15) years of experience in an engineering position with the DoD, other government agency, or DoD contractor.

Clearance Requirements:

 * Must possess an active DoD Top Secret (TS) security clearance with ability to obtain SCI

 * U.S. Citizenship is required for this position, due to contract requirements.

## Description

* Guide system engineering efforts supporting the development, integration, and maturation of software, autonomy, and compute-centric capabilities within an ICT.

 * Assess, analyze, and assess open architecture approaches, including SOSA, AMS GRA, and UCI, to ensure interoperability and modularity across system-of-systems environments.

 * Conduct system engineering assessments covering:
 * Open architecture definition and modeling
 * Computer and network engineering constraints and performance
 * System and cyber security engineering
 * Software engineering, modularization, and integration

 * Translate abstract operational needs and capability gaps into actionable engineering tasks, acquisition artifacts, and technical recommendations.

 * Organize complex technical data into executive-level briefings, providing clarity for senior leadership and decision-makers.

 * Evaluate vendor designs, software architectures, interface definitions, and integration plans across compute, autonomy, and mission system domains.

 * Support multiple engineering and collaboration environments including classified IT systems, multi-level VTC, and in-person technical exchanges.

 * Guide and task-organize cross-functional teams to drive completion of engineering assessments, technical reviews, and program milestones.

 * Work collaboratively across government, industry, and research partners-bridging organizational and functional boundaries to produce integrated outcomes.