Glide Phase Interceptor Analyst Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. 401(k) United States, Virginia, Dahlgren Aug 31, 2026 Analyst in the Glide Phased Interceptor (GPI) Program Office at the Missile Defense Agency. You will be working in a fast-paced high-visibility program office. You will be assisting the Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager, and Chief Engineer managing cost, performance and schedule to ensure that the GPI program is successful. You will be preparing documents and briefs for program reviews, managing complex technical issues, and interfacing with internal MDA and external stakeholders. You will work with Integrated Product Teams. GPI is a cooperative development program between the US and Japan, so there will be potential interactions with Japanese counterparts. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to help the Missile Defense Agency solve some of the most complex problems facing our nation you have found the right job.

Provide Systems Engineering support for the Missile Defense Agency Aegis-Based Weapon Systems Glide Phase Interceptor Program.

Develop program plans, plan of action and milestone (POA&M) recommendations, and prepare executive level briefing packages and formal documentation. Prepare alternative courses of action analysis and executive level results presentation.

Produce, review and manage engineering documents. Prepare technical and position papers, engineering briefs, schedules and risk management documents.

Interface with internal and external MDA activities, Navy programs, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Lincoln Laboratory and industry partners. Coordinate and manage program activities across OGAs.

Self-motivated, possess strong oral and written communication skills, and can work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic program office.

Will be responsible to the Glide Phase Interceptor Program Manager, Chief Engineer and Chief System Engineer to help ensure program success.

Will be required to resolve complex technical issues as well as provide potential solutions to senior members of the Program Office.

Apply disciplined systems engineering practices, identify and resolve complex problems associated with technical performance requirements, systems engineering, and performance trades.

Assist in the application of innovative digital engineering and agile acquisition processes in the execution of assigned tasks.

Qualifications:

US Citizenship with Active Secret Clearance

Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS)

7+ years of related experience working on DOD or missile defense programs

Works Independently, as a team member, or leading teams/tasks

Self-motivated and demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic program office.

Strong oral and written communication skills,

Ability to apply Engineering rigor to solve engineering/scientific problems

Ability to provide program oversight and recommendations for resolution of complex technical issues to Senior Leadership within the Program Office and MDA Leadership

Familiarity with Navy Weapon Systems

Desired Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI Clearance
• Prior experience with Aegis Weapons Systems
• Prior Program Office experience
• Technical experience in one of the following areas: Fleet operations, Systems Engineering, Weapon Systems development and operations, Aegis Qualifications, etc.

The pay range for this position in Virginia is $125,000/year to $155,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site.

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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 December) 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 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.