Hardware Engineer Senior
Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, 80509, USA
Listed on 2026-01-07
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is searching for a Hardware Engineer - Senior to support the United States Space Force (USSF) by developing software in support of Space Systems Command (SSC) Cyber Operations Branch. The role focuses on rapid agile development of defensive cyber solutions to protect, defend, and respond to cyber adversarial threats.
Key Responsibilities- Design and develop hardware systems to support cyber security initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software solutions.
- Conduct testing and validation of hardware components to ensure performance and security standards are met.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware-related issues in a timely manner.
- Develop and maintain documentation for hardware designs, configurations, and procedures.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends related to hardware engineering and cyber security.
- Provide technical support and guidance to other team members and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Experience with hardware testing and validation tools and methodologies.
- Familiarity with cyber security concepts and practices.
- Relevant DoD and/or Industry experience with the US Space Force specifically, Space Systems Command.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- High level of integrity and commitment to security best practices.
- Data Center experience desired.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Software Development, or related STEM specialty and 15+ years of related professional experience; a master’s degree is preferred.
- Relevant certifications such as CEH, CISSP, CCNA, Security+, CCNP, JNCIS‑Sec, JNCDA or equivalent.
- 5+ years of experience in hardware engineering, with a focus on cyber security systems.
- Must possess an active DoD Secret Clearance. A Top Secret (TS) security clearance (with SCI and SAP eligibility) is highly desired.
- Place of work is Colorado Springs, remote work opportunity is limited. Travel may be required, less than 10%.
The pay range for this position in Colorado is $165,000/year to $195,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract rates, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per the Colorado Equal Pay Act.
Other Details- Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level - Employment type:
Contract - Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology - Industry: Space Research and Technology
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