Skillbridge Program Fellowship for Service Members

About MTSI’s SkillBridge Program

MTSI is committed to supporting transitioning service members through the DoW SkillBridge Program, providing an opportunity to gain meaningful civilian work experience during the final months of active duty. This program is designed to bridge the gap between military service and the civilian workforce through structured training and hands-on, mission-aligned experience. As a SkillBridge Fellow, you will be embedded within real teams supporting active programs that contribute to national security and some of the nation’s most technically complex challenges. Throughout the experience, you will gain exposure to MTSI’s employee-first culture, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and build the skills needed to successfully transition into a civilian career.

What To Expect As a SkillBridge Fellow At MTSI

During the fellowship, you will contribute to meaningful training activities while developing practical, transferable skills in a civilian environment. You will gain exposure to how complex programs are executed, how teams collaborate across functions, and how your military experience translates into industry. You will work alongside cross-functional teams, participate in meetings and program reviews, and support structured training activities tied to real-world projects. Along the way, you will receive mentorship, feedback, and professional development support to help guide your transition.

Responsibilities

• Supporting project and program activities, including planning, execution, and tracking of deliverables
• Aiding with coordination of schedules, resources, and team activities
• Contributing to reports, briefings, and program documentation
• Supporting communication across teams, stakeholders, and leadership
• Identifying risks, dependencies, and opportunities for process improvement
• Participating in ongoing technical, analytical, or operational initiatives as part of structured training

Required Qualifications

• Active duty service member eligible for the DoW SkillBridge Program
• Participation approved (or in process) through command channels
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Experience leading or supporting projects, programs, or operational efforts
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Areas of Alignment

Fellows will be aligned to teams based on their experience, interests, and business needs across MTSI’s Core Capability Focus Areas (CFAs), including:

• Software Engineering
• Autonomy & Artificial Intelligence
• Systems Engineering & Integration
• Mission Assurance & Cybersecurity
• Acquisition & Program Management
• Modeling, Simulation, & Analysis
• Test & Evaluation
• Digital Transformation