Space RCO Systems Engineer — TS/SCI Eligible (SETA)

MTSI is searching for a skilled Systems Engineer to support the development of first‑of‑kind space vehicles and missions. The candidate will provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) to the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (RCO) at Kirtland AFB, NM, working in a fast‑paced, classified environment to deliver operationally dominant space capabilities.

Systems Engineer Principal Duty

Work in a small, highly empowered team where every member is directly responsible for program success. Responsibilities span technology domains including space‑rated cryptographic and communications hardware and software, integration with subsystems, sensors, and processors, and provide in‑depth background on cryptographic and communication subsystems to improve program insight. Apply advanced principles, theories, and concepts for highly classified systems while communicating complex results to management and executive leadership.

SETA Role and Responsibilities

Support design, interpretation, and analysis of technical solutions to complex projects

Lead or support technical programs, projects, or tasks requiring engineering oversight

Ensure completion of tasks within estimated time frames and budget constraints

Provide input to the government customer concerning risks to performance, schedule, and budget

Ensure program deliverables meet or exceed standards and assess them against warfighting purposes

Plan and perform engineering research, design development, and other assignments per specifications

Responsible for overall technical/engineering portions of major projects or programs

Coordinate with multiple partners/agencies to support delivery milestones

Track and advise on design trades and associated cost, schedule, and technical impacts

Initiate, supervise, and/or develop requirements from inception to completion for complex programs

Provide strategic advice, technical guidance, and expertise to program and project staff

Provide detailed analysis, evaluation, and recommendations for improvements and maintenance efforts

Consult with client to define need or problem

Supervise studies and lead surveys to collect and analyze data

Communicate clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy—oral and written

Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Required Skills

Minimum five (5) years DoD/IC or relevant industry work experience

Skilled in development and fielding cryptographic and satellite communication systems

Understanding of space operational environment and mission user needs

Knowledge of space mission payload engineering, development, and manufacturing

Experience in DoD program management including program development and transition

Experience with Integrated Master Schedules and risk management

Experience with Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS)

Desired Skills

Five (5) years of relevant DoD and/or Industry experience with SAP/RSV and/or SCI

Experience as SETA to Government program office

Experience with rapid prototyping

Experience with integrated air, space, and cyberspace capabilities

Experience developing, deploying, and maintaining ground mission planning architecture and software

Experience with ACAT I/II level acquisition programs

Experience in planning and executing test campaigns for space systems

Fluency with IC organizations

Education

Applicable engineering degree accredited by ABET or possession of a Professional Engineering license

Relevant MA/MS/ME degree

Clearance

Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI and special access program (SAP) eligibility (no less than two (2) years total SAP/SCI experience, with 1‑year within last 5 years) and willingness to submit to a Counter‑Intelligence polygraph

Candidate must maintain a TS/SCI clearance as a condition of employment

Location/Travel Requirements

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

Benefits

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)

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTSI embraces nine core values including Employees come first. MTSI is committed to Equal Opportunity and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities. Employment is without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military\/veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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