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Senior Program Manager

MTSI

Senior Program Manager

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Contract type:

Freelance / Contract

Location:

Dayton, OH, USA

Work mode:

Onsite

Published on:

13 October 2026

What they need


MTSI is seeking a Senior Level Program Manager to provide support to a Government Office at WPAFB, Ohio. The PM will develop plans addressing cost. schedule and performance in execution. The individual will identify, assess, and develop mitigation plans for risks to acquisition programs. The PM will create products to convey project health and other programmatic details to senior leaders. Strong communication and soft skills will be used in leading small teams in early system engineering, analysis and integration activities. The focus will be on capability development and integration to address the highest priority capability gaps of the Department of the Air Force.

You’ll be a great fit for this role if:

  • You have a passion for aerospace, defense, and space systems and advanced technologies.
  • You understand the urgent need to modernize our defense systems and give our warfighters the best possible tools.
  • You are driven to make a meaningful impact through your work.

Responsibilities:

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

  • Programmatic

o Manage and direct the daily execution of contract requirements to assure that cost, schedules and performance goals are met.

o Develop strategies and vision for projects related to emerging technology in capability development.

o Develop and implement corrective action plans when deviations from budgets and/or schedules are evident.

o Exercise capability development process (formally JCIDS), Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE), and DoD acquisition processes

o Support documentation, staffing, and compliance with applicable policies and governance structures

o Assist in aligning capability efforts with strategic guidance (e.g., NDS, service strategies)

  • Capability Development Support

o Refine and document capability gaps in support of requirements development, refinement, and staffing

o Ensure traceability from strategic guidance to capability requirements

  • Cross-Functional Integration

o Coordinate across Air Staff, MAJCOMs, and Combatant Commands sponsors

o Facilitate integration between requirements, acquisition, science & technology (S&T), and operational stakeholders

  • Analytical & Technical Support

o Oversee mission engineering, operational analysis, and trade studies to inform capability decisions

o Evaluate alternatives and support courses of action (COA) development

Qualifications Required:

  • Have a minimum of fifteen (15) years related experience in above areas.
  • A solid professional reputation in above mentioned communities.
  • The ability to work independently in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DoW, military/civilian personnel and industry partners researching, producing, and disseminating products.
  • Solid leadership and management skills, particularly “influence management” and “conflict resolution”.
  • Strong communication skills – written and verbal, presentation.
  • Solid problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Even better if you have these desired skills:

  • Successful track record in managing aerospace/defense programs.
  • Knowledge and expertise in capability development and integration including MS&A activities that support programs within the USAF.
  • 12 months or more of experience in a SAP environment within the last 3 years highly preferred.
  • Understanding of system of systems, operations and adversary capability.

Education:

MA/MS + 10 YOE

BA/BS + 18 YOE

22 YOE

Clearance Requirements:

  • Must possess an active DoW TS/SCI with in-scope SSBI and SAP eligibility.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.

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Perks and Benefits

  • Vacation:

    New Hires Accrue 20 days of PTO and 10 Holidays per Year

  • Health Insurance:

    Zero Deductible Health Plans

  • Flexible Schedules:

    Flex Schedules

  • Professional Development:

    Up to $10,000 Annual Education/Training Reimbursement

  • ESOP:

    Funded Stock Ownership Plan

  • 401k Match+:

    6% 401k Match + Immediate Vesting

  • Bonus Program:

    Semi-Annual Bonus Opportunity

  • Mentorship:

    Career Mentorship Programs

Why is MTSI a great place to work

  • 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 Decemeber)
    • 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 visitwww.mtsi-va.com

EEO Statement

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.

Why is MTSI a great place to work

  • 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 Decemeber)
    • 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

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