Software Architect

Modern Technology Solutions - Dayton, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Dayton, OH

11-50 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Software Architect to lead the development of autonomy software for Group 4/5 Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). This role involves planning, delegating tasks, and collaborating with various contractors and government participants in a consortium setting. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and experience in remote team environments, contributing to critical programs in national defense and security.

Responsibilities

• Determine, plan, and delegate tasks on major autonomy software developmental efforts for autonomous systems development.
• Lead and guide the development of autonomous systems software for teams of Group 4/5 UAS.
• Work in consortium style settings with multiple contractor and government participants.
• Demonstrate strong communications and collaboration skills in remote/distributed team environments.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in software development and leadership.
• Highly skilled in information technology with significant problem-solving abilities.
• Fluency in multiple programming languages is strongly desired.
• Deep knowledge of software topics such as database design, content management systems, and enterprise service bus architecture.
• Broad experience in software development for complex military systems, including systems of systems integration.
• Familiarity with simulation techniques and integration of software systems with government-owned simulation environments.
• Knowledge of systems engineering practices, including Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML.
• Experience in the development of autonomy and/or software systems that interact with autonomy.
• Experience with integration and development of standards for interface of real-world systems, such as OMS/UCI, NATO STANAG standards, and MIL-STD interface specifications.
• Experience with airworthiness, flight safety, and military systems integration.

Nice-to-haves

• M.S. in Engineering, Software Development or equivalent.

Benefits

• 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)
• Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
• Life and disability insurance
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan