Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years of experience; OR a Master's degree with 3+ years; OR a high school diploma/GED with 9+ years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of satellite systems operations and mission support activities.
Experience in monitoring system performance and supporting operational readiness.
Demonstrated ability to resolve system issues in collaboration with teams.
Strong communication and organizational skills for managing multiple priorities.
Ability to assess operational impacts and communicate findings effectively.
Willingness to travel domestically as required.
Responsibilities
Monitor satellite system performance and support daily mission operations.
Provide SETA support to government stakeholders for satellite operations.
Assist in identifying and resolving system issues and anomalies.
Support analysis of operational issues and communicate impacts to leadership.
Develop operational assessments, status summaries, and reports.
Coordinate across organizations to support mission execution and stakeholder engagement.
Provide technical and analytical support in a dynamic operations environment.
Benefits
Ongoing application acceptance with no deadline.
Collaborative work environment with government and contractor partners.
Opportunity to impact national space mission readiness.
Engagement in innovative satellite constellations and advanced space capabilities.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a Mission Operations Engineer to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support to a dynamic, next-generation space program in Chantilly, VA. This role supports mission operations for innovative satellite constellations and advanced space capabilities, working closely with government, contractor, and operational partners. The position is mission-focused, highly collaborative, and directly impacts national space mission readiness and performance.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Monitor satellite system performance and support day-to-day mission operations, including readiness, initialization, checkout, and transition to operational status.
Provide SETA support to government stakeholders in planning, coordinating, and executing satellite system operations and mission activities.
Assist in identifying, tracking, and resolving system issues and anomalies in coordination with government, contractor, and operational teams.
Support analysis of operational issues, risks, dependencies, and performance trends; clearly communicate impacts and recommended actions to leadership.
Develop and contribute to operational assessments, status summaries, briefings, reports, and other documentation related to system health, readiness, and mission impacts.
Coordinate across government, contractor, and mission partner organizations to support mission execution, operational alignment with objectives, and effective stakeholder engagement.
Provide general technical, analytical, and coordination support in a dynamic operations environment, managing multiple priorities and stakeholder inputs.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related technical field and 5+ years of relevant experience; OR
Master's degree in a related technical field and 3+ years of relevant experience; OR
High school diploma/GED and 9+ years of directly relevant satellite operations or mission operations experience in lieu of a degree.
Knowledge of satellite systems operations and mission support activities (e.g., initialization, checkout, routine operations, anomaly resolution).
Experience monitoring system performance and supporting operational readiness and mission execution.
Demonstrated ability to support identification, tracking, and resolution of system issues and anomalies in collaboration with government and contractor teams.
Experience providing technical, analytical, and coordination support for operational activities, status reporting, and leadership updates.
Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across diverse stakeholder groups.
Ability to assess system status, operational impacts, risks, and clearly communicate findings to leadership and mission partners.
Willingness and ability to travel domestically as required.
Clearance Requirements:
Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required.
Must be able to maintain clearance eligibility for continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting NRO, IC, or DoD space or ground systems operations.
Background in mission operations, satellite command and control, or spacecraft engineering.
Prior SETA experience supporting government program offices or operations centers.
Experience with operational procedures development, mission planning, or readiness assessments.
Familiarity with anomaly resolution processes, root-cause analysis, and corrective action tracking.
Experience working in highly integrated, multi-contractor and government environments.
Physical Requirements:
Work is primarily performed in an office and/or operations center environment.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer or operations console.
Ability to participate in meetings, briefings, and potential shift or surge support during critical operations periods, as required.
2026.10.2
Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
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.
