Infrared (IR) Test Engineer / Analyst

Infrared (IR) Test Engineer / Analyst Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. 401(k) United States, Nevada, Las Vegas Mar 21, 2026 MTSI is seeking candidates for a test engineer/analyst with experience in Infrared (IR) testing and analysis.

This position will be tasked to lead and support a team of engineers and analysts responsible for planning, executing tests and analyzing data in the infrared spectrum then report the results. Additional duties include managing vendor contracts and providing status reports and recommendations to the customer.

Analyze and evaluate mission data and report results, and provide feedback to the customer. Duty locations vary, but work will be based in Las Vegas, NV.

Responsibilities:

• Infrared Spectrum:

  Provide Subject Matter Support to test teams and customers developing Infrared Systems test plans and data analysis plans.
• Develop and optimize use of infrared capabilities to assess aircraft survivability.
• Software design and support to mission planning:develop tools to support pre-mission planning data development and real-time re-planning automation.

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Air Operation Analysis:

Provides expert guidance and oversight on Infrared analysis both in a model and simulation environment and in an open-air test environment. •

Mission Planning:

Provide Infrared system knowledge of outside effects (environmental impacts) on mission planning for aircraft test profiles to optimize open air range test results.

• Work well in a team environment as well as independently
• Position requires willingness to accept changing and evolving roles & responsibilities in support of customers' requirements and needs.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Must understand concepts, principles, and practices of infrared testing and analysis
• Experience in flight testing of avionics systems and sensor testing with a clear understanding of flight test principles and discipline
• Excellent communications and analytical skills; working knowledge of computer systems, software, and current modeling tools

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Previous experience as aircrew member (Pilot, EWO, NAV, etc.)
• Experience with MATLAB and data analysis tools / Aptitude to learn new software tools

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science (engineering, math, computer science, or physics)
• Master's degree (engineering, math, computer science, or physics)

Travel Requirements:

5-10% TDY travel may be required

Clearance Requirements:

Current Active Top-Secret clearance required (SCI Eligibility Required) US Citizenship is required. #LI-RR1 #MTSIjobs #mtsi #onsite

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.