SAIC

Combat and Strategic Systems Engineer

SAIC • $80K — $110K *
Crane, IN 47522In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related (experience may substitute for degree)
  • 2 years of relevant experience
  • Proven experience in RF engineering, signal analysis, wireless communications, or EW systems testing
  • Expertise in frequency management, bandwidth optimization, and noise characterization
  • Experience using spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and VNAs
  • Ability to interpret complex RF data and prioritize engineering solutions
  • Active Secret Security Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Drive requirements definition and traceability for Console Display Unit capabilities
  • Analyze operational needs and technical performance metrics for system design
  • Facilitate design reviews and Integrated Product Teams
  • Integrate CDUs with EW systems and tactical platforms
  • Conduct test planning and validation to ensure system reliability
  • Perform verification and validation to meet system requirements
  • Collaborate with OEMs and engineering teams to resolve integration issues

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Access to advanced tools and technologies
  • Participation in cutting-edge defense projects
  • Supportive work environment with interdisciplinary collaboration
Full Job Description
Job Description

Position Description: Systems Engineer

This position requires a highly analytical Systems Engineer to oversee the lifecycle management, integration, and sustainment of Defense Systems in support of the Expeditionary Electronic Warfare Division (MXQ) at NSWC Crane. The ideal candidate will bridge technical design with operational implementation, ensuring seamless interoperability with tactical platforms and Electronic Warfare (EW) systems while maintaining strict adherence to DoD security and configuration standards.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Drive requirements definition, allocation, and traceability for Console Display Unit capabilities.
  • Analyze operational needs, user constraints, and technical performance metrics to guide system design.
  • Facilitate design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
  • Integrate CDUs with EW systems, tactical platforms, mission equipment, control systems, sensors, and RF data processors.
  • Evaluate and optimize hardware/software performance, system responsiveness, and operator interface functionality.
  • Direct test planning, execution, and reporting to validate system reliability, usability, and integration readiness.
  • Conduct comprehensive verification and validation (V&V) to ensure all system requirements are met and documented.
  • Oversee regression testing, software updates, and cybersecurity patching.
  • Perform root cause analysis on deficiencies identified during lab testing, field operations, and fleet support.
  • Resolve complex integration issues spanning hardware, software, firmware, cabling, and power interfaces.
  • Collaborate with OEMs, cross-functional engineering teams, and Government personnel to drive corrective actions.
  • Support installation, checkout, fleet introduction, and comprehensive life-cycle sustainment.
  • Author and update Interface Control Documents (ICDs), wiring data, data flow architectures, and system descriptions.
  • Assess Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), waivers, and technical deviations for operational impact.
  • Maintain technical data packages and oversee configuration management for system baselines.
  • Optimize operator displays, controls, symbology, alerts, and layouts based on human engineering and usability best practices.
  • Ensure all engineering work products are marked, handled, and stored in strict accordance with CUI, OPSEC, and security mandates.


Qualifications

Educational Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline (relevant technical experience may be considered in lieu of degree).


Required Qualifications:
  • 2 years of relevant experience is required
  • Proven experience in RF engineering, signal analysis, wireless communications, or the testing and sustainment of EW systems.
  • Strong command of frequency management, bandwidth optimization, modulation techniques, propagation loss, and noise characterization.
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, vector network analyzers (VNAs), and signal collection systems.
  • Ability to interpret complex RF data from diverse environments and translate findings into actionable engineering recommendations.
  • Exceptional technical writing skills with the ability to document risks, assumptions, and findings for technical and programmatic stakeholders.
  • Active Secret Security Clearance.

About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Information Technology
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
NASDAQ
SAIC
* Ladders Estimates

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