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IR Integration Engineer SME (EO/IR Systems Engineer) Job in Dayton, Ohio US

IR Integration Engineer SME (EO/IR Systems Engineer)

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. - Dayton, OH

Posted: 12/17/2025 - Expires: 3/17/2026

Job ID: 293004006

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Job Description

Overview

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced IR Integration Team Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support an advanced air platform program focused on achieving and sustaining national air dominance. As part of MTSI's commitment to delivering innovative engineering services and technology solutions, this role will play a pivotal part in shaping cutting-edge Electro-Optic and Infrared (EO/IR) mission capabilities that directly support the nation's defense and security.

The successful candidate will provide systems engineering expertise supporting the development, integration, and transition of advanced EO/IR sensor technologies for operation in complex and contested environments.

Responsibilities

The IR Integration Team SME will provide technical leadership and systems engineering support for EO/IR sensor development and integration efforts.

Provide oversight and technical management of advanced EO/IR sensor development for mission system applications
Support the development, integration, and test of EO/IR hardware and software, including:
Infrared Search and Track (IRST)
Video and image processing algorithms
EO/IR electronic countermeasures
Other mission capabilities across the EO/IR spectrum
Support EO/IR kill chain analysis and integration across platforms and mission systems
Contribute to systems engineering activities including requirements definition, architecture development, integration, and verification
Support open architecture implementations and model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approaches
Participate in platform integration and testing and verification of subsystems for performance and functionality
Lead and support Government and industry teams through technical planning, design reviews, test reviews, and technical assessments
Develop and deliver technical briefings to a wide range of audiences, including senior technical and leadership stakeholders
Collaborate with U.S. Government and industry partner organizations to support joint mission capability development

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
Experience supporting EO/IR sensor systems and associated hardware and software development
Familiarity with EO/IR integration, test, and verification activities
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing technical content to senior leadership
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, "tip of the spear" environment
Demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt to evolving mission and technical requirements

Desired:

Familiarity with advanced EO/IR kill chains and mission system integration
Experience with open architecture frameworks and model-based systems engineering (MBSE) methodologies
Experience with EO/IR electronic countermeasures and advanced image and video processing techniques
Experience with Guided Reference Assemblies (GRAs) and integration into operational weapon systems (desired, not required)
Familiarity with agile development and systems engineering tools such as Atlassian Suite and Cameo

Clearance & Travel Requirements

Active TS/SCI
This position is a Special Access Program (SAP) role and requires work in a vault/SCIF environment
Situational telework only
TDY travel approximately 20% (about one trip per month)

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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.

MTSI is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Federal Contractor
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
Bachelor's degree
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Job Reference Code
85755319
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Licenses / Certifications:
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