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 is seeking a Chief Architect to lead the design, integration, and evolution of a next-generation air combat system architecture. This position is responsible for driving technical strategy across a family of systems in support of advanced air dominance objectives. You will work at the intersection of systems engineering, mission design, cybersecurity, and platform integration to deliver a scalable and secure system-of-systems solution. This is a role supports USAF senior leadership in defining future capability frameworks across air, space, and cyber domains.

Responsibilities

Lead enterprise and mission architecture development for next-generation combat platforms and their enabling systems.
Translate operational concepts and capability needs into interoperable, modular, and secure architectural designs.
Define interface standards, integration patterns, and technical baselines to ensure system coherence.
Engage in digital engineering efforts including MBSE, digital thread development, and architecture modeling.
Provide architecture leadership and technical oversight across software, hardware, communications, and autonomy components.
Facilitate technical working groups and stakeholder alignment across government, FFRDC, and industry participants.
Ensure architectural solutions meet mission resilience, scalability, cybersecurity, and performance requirements.
Deliver architecture artifacts including CONOPS, OV/SV views, interface control documents, and configuration baselines.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
12+ years of experience supporting complex defense acquisition or advanced development programs.
Proven experience as a lead architect on multi-platform, integrated systems.
Strong understanding of mission system integration, open architectures, and digital engineering tools.
Familiarity with DoDAF, UAF, or similar architecture frameworks.
Experience coordinating across cross-functional engineering teams and government stakeholders.
Must possess an active Top Secret clearance with eligibility for SCI.

Desired

Master’s degree in a technical discipline or systems architecture.
Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody, or Enterprise Architect).
Familiarity with air dominance or future combat air system mission requirements.
Knowledge of DevSecOps pipelines, autonomy, or advanced communication systems.
INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) or equivalent certification.

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