Systems Engineer SME

Systems Engineer SME Location: Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), Washington, DC, or Wright-Patterson AFB, OH Clearance: Active TS/SCI with SAP eligibility Travel: Up to 25% Position Overview MTSI is seeking a highly experienced Systems Engineer SME to support a high visibility Air Force customer at JBAB or Wright-Patterson AFB. The Systems Engineer SME will provide advanced systems engineering, program management, and acquisition support to the Government Team Lead, enabling effective decision-making across aerospace, command and control (C2), and computing-related technologies and programs. Responsibilities * Provide engineering support to program management activities for a USAF acquisition program, including developing program objectives, integrated roadmaps, detailed schedules, and budget inputs. * Support creation of technical documents such as statements of work, specifications, leadership briefings, and specialized engineering briefs. * Analyze contractor proposals (as permitted by law/regulation) and provide engineering support throughout design, integration, testing, and execution. * Apply integration, communication, coordination, and planning expertise to R&D, acquisition, and cross disciplinary technical activities. * Plan and manage critical aspects of system and subsystem development, including cost, schedule, and performance. * Assist with milestone planning, tracking, scheduling, briefing preparation, staff coordination, and decision documentation. * Gather data and conduct analysis, evaluation, and validation of acquisition program documentation. * Support compliance with JCIDS processes, CONOPS development, architecture views, security accreditations/certifications, acquisition reporting, PM agreements, and MOAs. * Ensure compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory guidance. * Assist in developing acquisition strategies, early capability development strategies, project plans, and transition plans for Program Executive Office execution. * Develop integration plans and procedures, organize resources, and support program transition activities. * Develop and communicate roadmaps for programs, technologies, and associated product lines. * Build and maintain influential relationships with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders. * Work independently and collaboratively within engineering, program management, and security teams. * Operate across multiple networks and classification levels while adhering to all security requirements. Required Experience * 20+ years of relevant engineering experience, including: - 15+ years supporting a systems program office or similar organization - Experience working on classified and/or SAP programs * Ability to independently execute high level tasks, thrive in dynamic environments, and effectively collaborate with SES leaders and senior military officers. * Proven coordination skills with internal and external organizations. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Teams). * High proficiency in engineering tools such as Cameo and DOORS. * Ability to quickly learn new tools and adopt digital engineering practices. * Knowledge of military platforms, systems, and operations. * Experience using collaboration tools such as Confluence and/or Jira. * Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to translate technical needs into clear documentation. Preferred Technical Experience * Strong understanding of RF and communications systems (e.g., Link 16, SATCOM, tactical data links). * Cloud and enterprise IT experience, including secure, scalable cloud and hybrid enviro