Air to Air Systems Project Manager

Overview: MTSI is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager to support fast-paced flight test needs for the Air National Guard Air Force Reserve Command Test Center (AATC) in Tucson, Arizona. This technical professional will support air‑to‑air flight test programs as an operational/developmental test representative, flight test engineer, and project manager. AATC drives innovative solutions to modernize a portfolio of combat systems and leads rapid modernization, and this role provides hands‑on technical leadership across air‑to‑air sensors, weapons, data links, and emerging combat systems. The Project Manager will work in close collaboration with the AATC Flight Test Directors to enable the continued combat capability of the F-16.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

Plan and execute Air to Air system activities aligned with AATC F-16 test objectives

Coordinate engagement with partners, academia, and military organizations as they become relevant to the Air to Air systems team within the AATC F-16 CTF

Report project status, operational activities, and outcomes to government and MTSI leadership.

Serve as a representative of the Government F-16 Air to Air Systems Test Director for all programs of interest, ensuring alignment and information flow internal and external to the team

Provide technical and project management support for air‑to‑air flight test programs

Lead Air to Air requirements development, test planning, software candidate management, and configuration control

Coordinate test infrastructure, scheduling, and execution

Perform data management, data analysis, and solution development

Interface with USAF Test Enterprises and contribute to sensors, weapons, open architecture and data link development to enhance F-16 capabilities.

Research emerging technologies and advise government personnel on advancements in air‑to‑air systems

Support National Guard Bureau (NGB) with requirements generation, verification, and validation

Collaborate with AATC leadership, system program offices, and industry partners on COTS and developmental improvements

Guide conceptual and technical architecture design for software and hardware systems

Contribute to cradle‑to‑grave development of advanced combat systems

Work effectively within cross‑functional teams and maintain strong customer relationships

Help define program goals, roadmaps, milestones, and track progress against established plans.

Coordinate and simultaneously oversee multiple related projects

Utilize data management, tracking, and analytical techniques to support program decisions; must be proficient with tools such as Microsoft Office.

Participate in Concept Reviews and other program‑relevant meetings.

Collaborate closely with test directors, systems engineers, program managers, operators, and other stakeholders to align emerging technology solutions with Air Reserve Component requirements.

Translate complex project findings into clear, actionable recommendations for military leadership.

Provide direct support to AATC in the development of advanced systems from concept through execution, operating within a high‑energy, independent environment alongside multidisciplinary teams composed of industry, government, and military experts (engineers, analysts, scientists, pilots, and aircrew).

Qualifications:

Minimum 10 years of operational/developmental test, software testing, or practical engineering experience

Working knowledge of radar theory

Strong analytical skills and ability to multitask

Demonstrated team leadership and customer interface skills

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Proficiency with productivity tools such as Microsoft Office

Valid driver’s license with insurable driving record

Motivated, self‑driven, and comfortable in high‑energy independent work environment

Desired Skills:

5+ years of experience in software testing, engineering, or military flight test

Graduation from USAF Test Pilot School (or equivalent)

Familiarity with AESA radars, AIM‑120 / AIM‑9, aircraft data links, infrared phenomenology, and open mission systems

Experience with Special Access Programs

Knowledge of Aircraft Ethernet Bus and MIL‑STD‑1553

Education Requirements:

B.S. in engineering (astronautical, aeronautical, electrical, computer, mechanical, systems) or computer science

M.S. in a technical discipline preferred

Clearance Requirements:

Current Secret Clearance

Eligible for Top Secret/SCI

Current TS/SCI highly desired

Travel Requirements: Travel is expected approximately every month with periodic, mostly intraweek trips to support AATC projects. Up to 25% travel, depending on program workload and project location.

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