Aircrew Test Systems Engineer

• Training Device Development & Integration:
• Develop and design aircrew training systems to simulate flight operations, mission profiles, and platform-specific functionality.
• Integrate training and testing systems with advanced avionics, mission software, sensors, and communications subsystems.
• Test Systems Design & Execution:
• Plan and execute detailed test procedures to validate aircrew training device performance and alignment with operational requirements.
• Conduct functional and systems integration testing for device interoperability with real-world air platform subsystems.
• Use simulation tools and data analysis software to assess system performance during testing.
• Requirements Analysis & Validation:
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and functional capabilities of aircrew test and training devices.
• Ensure alignment with aerospace and DoD standards for both training systems and integrated technologies.
• System Performance Evaluation:
• Use advanced metrics and tools to measure system accuracy, responsiveness, and usability in simulated training environments.
• Identify and troubleshoot system deficiencies, coordinating solutions with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Develop comprehensive technical documentation such as test plans, performance summaries, and system validation reports.
• Communicate testing results and recommendations to program managers, engineering leads, and customers.
• Compliance & Standards:
• Ensure all test and training systems comply with MIL-STD specifications, RMF (Risk Management Framework), and cybersecurity requirements.
• Support certification and field deployment of aircrew training systems.

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in systems engineering, aircrew training devices, or test system development for aerospace programs.
• Proficiency in developing test plans, test cases, and systems documentation for complex technical systems.
• Experience working with simulation environments and tools for flight training devices (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, or similar platforms).
• Strong knowledge of advanced air platform systems, including avionics, sensors, propulsion, and tactical communications.
• Must possess an active Top Secret clearance with eligibility for SCI.

• 12+ years of experience in systems engineering, aircrew training devices, or test system development for aerospace programs.
• Certifications that validate expertise in systems engineering and training device development:
• INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP): Demonstrates proficiency in systems engineering practices.
• PMP (Project Management Professional): For candidates involved in managing technical program timelines.
• Certified Modeling & Simulation Professional (CMSP): Applicable for developing simulation-based training systems.
• CompTIA Security+ or CISSP: For managing secure training systems in compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Certified Test & Evaluation Professional (CTEP): Recognized expertise in evaluating systems performance.
• Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) Certification: Applicable for advanced training systems integrating spatial data.
• Familiarity with aircrew training methodologies and mission planning tools such as JMPS (Joint Mission Planning System).
• Knowledge of sensor fusion technologies and their application in aircrew operations training.
• Experience developing interactive training modules for aircrew simulations, including VR and AR technologies.
• Working knowledge of DoD standards, including MIL-STD-810 (environmental testing) and MIL-HDBK-516C (airworthiness certification).

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  Interesting Work:
  
  
  
  Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.
  
  
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  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.
  
  
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  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.
  
  
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  Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:
  
  
  




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  Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
  
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  Flexible schedules
  
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  6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
  
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  Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  
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  Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  
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  Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
  
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  Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
  
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  Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
  




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  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