F35 Joint Program Office Program Director - Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a F35 Joint Program Office Program Director in Arlington, VA to provide program management assistance to the Air National Guard Air Force Reserve Test Center (AATC) in support of Air Reserve Component (ARC) F-35 development. The candidate will directly represent AATC within the F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) and directly support AATC in Tucson, AZ but will be geographically located at the F-35 JPO in Arlington, VA. As such, the candidate will be expected to make regular trips to AATC in Tucson, AZ and Eglin AFB, FL.

Why is MTSI known as 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 Ownership: 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
  • Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
  • Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
  • Up to $10,000 in annual tuition 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.

As a F35 Joint Program Office Program Director with MTSI, the candidate will represent AATC at the F-35 JPO as the senior program representative and AATC’s liaison with the JPO for F-35 modernization efforts. Program support will encompass driving ARC F-35 modernization efforts in alignment with Weapons and Tactics Conference (WEPTAC) requirements amongst all mission areas performed by Guard and Reserve forces. The candidate will provide program strategic support to define aircraft modification and program requirements throughout the acquisition program lifecycle.

Your primary responsibilities will include but may not be limited to:

• Research new technologies and advise government personnel on changes and technical developments in air-to-air systems technologies.
• Requirements formulation; capabilities alignment; test milestone management; engineering change management; solution proposals.
• Interface with F-35 JPO leadership and the USAF Test Enterprise to provide input to fielding recommendations for ARC F-35 equities.
• Investigate new technologies and advise government personnel on changes and technical developments in applicable technology. 
• Primary mission focus will be in support of the AATC Commander in Tucson, AZ to provide strategic guidance to define the way forward for Guard and Reserve F-35 related programs as determined by the NGB.
• Work closely with AATC Directors, various system program offices, and industry vendors to investigate and implement potential commercial off-the-shelf, cross functional capabilities, and developmental improvements for the F-35.
• Responsible for requirements generation, verification, and validation as well as conceptual implementation of required software and hardware architecture, along with the efforts of AATC government and various JPO/SPO personnel. 
• Have a firm understanding of the operation and tactical applications of F-35 systems and JPO functions.
• Directly support AATC in the development of advanced combat systems from cradle to grave in an independent, high-energy environment and will operate in multidisciplinary teams of industry, government and military personnel consisting of engineers, analysts, scientists, pilots, and other aircrew.

• Minimum 15 years' of experience with a major defense program in program management, developmental/operational testing, practical engineering and/or flight test in support of military acquisitions/sustainment.
• Must have experience working with the F-35 program as well as a strong desire to learn new systems and propose new ideas for F-35 subsystem design and/or integration.
• Must have a strong ability to work in a team environment with demonstrated leadership and customer interface skills.
• Have good analytic skills and be capable of operating in a multi-tasking environment.
• Must have strong verbal and written communications skills and proficient in productivity software suites such as Microsoft Office.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record.
• Must have a can-do attitude and be self-starting, ambitious, and hard-working.

Qualifications Desired:

• Recent experience working experience in the F-35 program office and flight test in support of military acquisitions/sustainment and USAF or equivalent Test Pilot School graduate.
• Familiarity with DoD warfare ranges and a background in special access programs.

Education Requirements:  

• B.S. in technical discipline is required, preferably in engineering (astronautical, aeronautical, electrical, computer, mechanical, systems) or computer science.

• Master’s degree in a technical discipline, Desired.

Clearance Requirements:

• Active TOP SECRET clearance with eligibility for Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) experience.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel expected approximately monthly with typical trips occurring intraweek. Up to 30% travel, depending on program workload and work location. Occasional OCONUS travel may be required.

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