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Senior Test Operations Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
401(k)
United States, Utah, Hill Air Force Base
7981 Georgia Street (Show on map)
Nov 03, 2026
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Senior Test Operations Engineer to support Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Programs within the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center located at Hill AFB, UT. This role is essential in shaping future Air Force capabilities through modernization, sustainment, operation and management of Test Facilities, System Integration Laboratories (SILs), and other test capabilities and equipment across the DoW, Air Force Test & Evaluation community, and ICBM enterprise. MTSI delivers premier engineering and acquisition expertise to help the Department of the Air Force maintain dominant warfighter capability. Candidates who are missionfocused, technically proficient, and eager to support highly classified programs are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities Lead day-to-day Test & Evaluation (T&E) operations supporting ICBM modernization initiatives. Facilitate agreements for use of test assets and infrastructure across the DoW and defense industry Coordinate and deconflict test equipment and laboratory utilization across a broad array of users and stakeholders Install, configure, test, and validate prototype equipment and future deployed systems. Implement corrective actions derived from engineering analysis, test findings, and customer inputs. Translate customer T&E requirements into technical solutions and system configuration recommendations. Support reliability improvements, integration efficiency, and overall system supportability initiatives. Inform architecture advancements and modernization of test capabilities, equipment, test facilities, and Systems Integration Laboratories (SILs). Troubleshoot system and sub-component level issues involving ICBMs, sensor interfaces, and launch subsystems. Lead Integrated Product Team (IPT) working groups and prepare senior leaders for governance engagements. Represent AFNWC in IPT forums and assist senior leaders with major program milestone preparation. Advise senior leadership on capability gaps, risk assessments, and requirements-to-test traceability. Required Qualifications Demonstrated experience in DoW weapon system Test & Evaluation. Minimum 7 years working in management of test capabilities/equipment/laboratories. At least 10 years of technical, engineering, or program management support. Minimum 12 months of Special Access Program (SAP) experience. Experience transitioning technical capabilities from development into operational use. Experience integrating hardware, software, networks, instrumentation, and test support equipment. Ability to excel in fast-paced, collaborative environments with demonstrated leadership capability. Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office. Desired Qualifications Prior military or DoW civilian ICBM T&E experience preferred. Knowledge of national, DoW, and Air Force acquisition frameworks, including PPBE and requirements development processes. Experience supporting programs across early acquisition phases (MSA, AoA, PDR, CDR, operational test & evaluation, etc.). Familiarity with Air Force governance structures and warfighter requirements ecosystems. Education Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline required. Master's degree preferred. DAU Requirements Management Level B certification desired. Security Clearance Requirements* Active TS/SCI clearance or eligibility. SSBI, SSBI-PR, Tier 5, or equivalent investigation completed within the last 5 years. Willingness to undergo polygraph and drug screening. U.S. citizenship required. Travel Regular travel required (up to 20%). #LI-RR1 #MTSIjobs #mtsi #LI-Onsite 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.