SAIC

Senior Principal Specialty Engineer

SAIC • $150K — $180K *
Pearl City, HI 96782In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance, able to maintain with polygraph
  • US citizenship required
  • Military experience as a rated Pilot or Weapons System Officer, or 10+ years in CAF operational requirements
  • Bachelor's degree with 14+ years in military aerospace tech, or Master's with 12+, or PhD with 9+
  • 3+ years of experience at MAJCOM level (or sister-service equivalent above Wing level)
  • 5+ years of experience with Special Access Programs (SAP)
  • 10+ years of expertise in Air-to-Air weapons, Air-to-Ground weapons, electronic warfare, or countermeasure systems

Responsibilities

  • Advise PACAF leadership on advanced technologies and future warfighter needs
  • Lead the integration of cutting-edge technology into CAF and DAF operations
  • Facilitate collaboration among MAJCOMs, the Air Staff, and Joint organizations to expedite capability delivery
  • Provide oversight on technical and operational aspects of the USAF Requirements Process, especially SAP portfolios
  • Assist in the development of concept of operations, platform integration, and program tradeoff analyses

Benefits

  • Work directly with HQ Pacific Air Forces in a strategic role
  • Opportunity to influence transition of technology into actual combat capabilities
  • High-impact position shaping air dominance strategies
  • Located in Hawaii, with potential travel opportunities to various locations
  • Engagement with top-tier military and defense personnel
Full Job Description
Job Description

SAIC is seeking a former military aviator looking to shape the future of air dominance in the Pacific. We are hiring a Senior Principal Technical Advisor to embed directly within HQ Pacific Air Forces (HQ/PACAF) on Oahu, Hawaii. In this highly influential role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to the Commander, PACAF, steering the transition of cutting-edge Science and Technology (S&T) programs into the Combat Air Force (CAF). This is your opportunity to leverage your tactical aviation experience and staff expertise to field next-generation warfighting capabilities across the Department of the Air Force (DAF). This position is located in Hawaii and includes up to 15% travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations.

Job Responsibilites:
  • Command Advisor: Directly advise PACAF leadership on advanced technologies, long-term continuity, and future warfighter requirements.
  • S&T Transition: Drive the integration of advanced technology programs into operational CAF and DAF portfolios.
  • Enterprise Collaboration: Bridge gaps between MAJCOMs, the Air Staff, AF TENCAP, FFRDCs, and Joint organizations to accelerate capability delivery.
  • Operational Requirements: Provide critical technical, analytical, and operational oversight to the USAF Requirements Process, specifically focusing on Special Access Program (SAP) portfolios.
  • Strategic Roadmap Developer: assist with concept of operations (CONOPS) development, platform integration, and program tradeoff analysis.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
  • Active TS/SCI required to start (must be able maintain TS/SCI with polygraph).
  • US citizenship.
  • Previously rated military Pilot or Weapons System Officer (WSO), or 10+ years of dedicated CAF operational requirements experience.
  • Education & Experience:
    • Bachelor's degree with 14+ years of military aerospace technology experience; OR
    • Master's degree with 12+ years of experience; OR
    • PhD with 9+ years of experience.
  • At least 3 years of MAJCOM-level staff experience (or sister-service equivalent above Wing level).
  • Minimum of 5 years of Special Access Program (SAP) experience.
  • Domain Mastery: 10+ years of experience in Air-to-Air weapons, Air-to-Ground weapons, electronic warfare, or electronic countermeasure systems.


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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