Missile Defense Lethality Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
401(k)
United States, Alabama, Huntsville
Aug 20, 2026
MTSI is looking for a talented Missile Defense Lethality Engineer to join our team! In this role you will be part of a best-in-class team in the planning and execution of lethality tests, and analysis of results to inform technical assessments assessments for ballistic missile defense and hypersonic missile defense kill vehicles. Job Responsibilities: Manage Department of Energy (DOE) laboratory lethality assessments for Missile Defense Agency ballistic missile defense and hypersonic defense kill vehicles Execute hypervelocity impact testing across multiple test venues and coordinate posttest data recovery, analysis, and reporting Develop comprehensive documentation and deliver presentations detailing kill vehicle assessment methodologies, test results, and analytical findings Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in a STEM Field with 7+ years of experience in missile defense-related or other complex, large DoD program/project Active or reinstatable Secret clearance with CNWDI, RD, or FRD eligibility required Strong background in hardware design, system integration, and design engineering, including the ability to generate comprehensive technical data packages Experience leading teams to develop effective solutions Proficiency in Microsoft Office for preparing highlevel reports and leadership briefings Demonstrated experience with missile defense lethality Demonstrated proficiency with Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools, data analysis software, and lethality Modeling and Simulation (M&S) environments Desired Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering strongly preferred Experience with Light Gas Gun (LGG) lethality testing and associated pre and posttest analysis #LI-AS1 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.