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Autonomy Engineer - Senior

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.

Aug 1
Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Unspecified
Engineering - Systems
Dayton, OH (On-Site/Office)

Responsibilities:

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:

  • Work with leading-edge autonomous UAS companies and government organizations to provide critical national solutions for the DoD.
  • Research, evaluate, and guide selection of appropriate avionics components for autonomous UAS platforms, including flight controllers, Inertial Measurement Units, GPS/GNSS modules, altimeters, magnetometers, air data systems, and power management units.
  • Analyze, and interpret test data (telemetry logs, sensor readings) to identify issues, validate performance against requirements, and inform design iterations.
  • Actively participate in Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, design reviews, and technical discussions, representing the avionics domain.
  • Apply knowledge of relevant industry standards and best practices for autonomous systems, avionics design, testing, and manufacturing.


Qualifications Required:
  • 10+ total years of acquisition experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in UAS or Avionics System Design & Architecture development or equivalent.
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills, strong analytical skills, organizational and workload management, and interpersonal skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in aeronautical or aerospace engineering or another related engineering discipline.
  • A master's degree in a business, engineering, avionics, or similar technical field, or a total of 22+ years of acquisition experience.


Highly Desirable Skills:
  • Experience with flight control systems, navigation systems (GPS/INS), and sensor fusion.
  • Experience with circuit design, digital/analog electronics, and power electronics.
  • Familiarity with common UAS architectures (Pixhawk, ArduPilot, PX4, DJI A3/N3, etc.).
  • Experience with autonomous UAS aircraft.
  • Master's Degree or other education and training in avionics, electrical systems, and Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC).


Clearance Requirements:
  • TS clearance with SCI eligibility is required.


ADDITIONAL NOTES:
  • This is currently a hybrid position, requiring regular attendance in offices at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. At any time, the customer can require 100% on-site attendance.


Travel up to 25% will be required to government and industry locations.

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Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned technology firm specializing in Digital Engineering, Space Systems, Unmanned Systems, Flight Test Engineering, Modeling and Simulation, Cybersecurity, and DevOps for vital defense and intelligence programs. MTSI excels in delivering premier solutions to address global challenges. Founded in 1993, MTSI now operates across 20+ global offices and field sites. Perks of being part of MTSI's employee-ownership culture include: • 6% 401k matching with immediate vesting • Semi-annual performance bonuses • Company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) • 20 days of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays, and flexible work schedules • Optional zero-deductible BC/BS insurance with FSA • Certified as a top workplace Join us in a company with a long-term strategy and a commitment to our employee-owners, free from external shareholders' demands.

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