Senior Defense Technologist (Operational Planning, Wargaming & Exercises)

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) · McLean, VA · 3 wk ago

On-siteHealthcare$185k–$230k/yrFull-time

About the role

MTSI is seeking a Senior Defense Technologist for Operational Planning, Wargaming, and Exercises, you will play a pivotal role in support for the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)) Mission Capabilities (MC) Multi-Domain Joint Operations (MDJO). You will blend operational expertise with innovative technology approaches to drive the assessment of military effectiveness and engineering viability in critical DoD programs. This role demands a strategist with a deep understanding of research, development, and program transition efforts within DoD initiatives. This position is located in the National Capital Region (NCR). You’ll be a great fit for this role if: You are mission-focused and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You have a passion for advanced military technologies. You understand the urgent need to modernize our defense systems. You navigate complex, unique, and/or controversial challenges adeptly to support program execution. You are highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent administrative skills.

Responsibilities

Conceiving, planning, and conducting exercises and wargaming.
Assessing military effectiveness and engineering viability.
Shepherding collaboration agreements.
Navigating foreign disclosure processes.
Generating support documentation (e.g., scenario, background, order of battle).

Qualifications

15 years of experience in operational planning, wargaming, and/or exercise planning.
Demonstrated experience in use of advanced techniques, theories, precepts, and practices in technological programs, preferably as has transitioned to operational use.
Education: Master's degree required; Doctoral degree highly preferred.
Clearance: An active Top Secret (TS) security clearance (with SCI and SAP/CAP eligibility) is required.

Skills

Experience with program transition efforts.
Joint Staff experience.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $185,000/year to $230,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors.

Benefits

MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.