14+ years of experience with a Bachelor's or 12+ years with a Master's.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills in a government/contractor environment.
Experience in systems engineering for satellite systems acquisition and deployment.
Ability to engage with DOD, military, civilian personnel, and industry partners effectively.
Proficient in facilitating technical discussions with subject matter experts (SMEs).
TS/SCI clearance required; previous SAP experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Government Program Managers to guide development and strategic vision for missions.
Direct technical architecture planning to adapt spacecraft designs for mission objectives.
Oversee subsystem development, testing, and integration with multidisciplinary teams.
Engage in Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and system milestone reviews to optimize performance.
Maintain an in-depth understanding of system-level requirements and design features.
Develop documents and briefings to communicate work status to government and industry.
Support lifecycle engineering reviews to ensure design meets specifications and requirements.
Perform risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies throughout the engineering lifecycle.
Benefits
Ongoing application acceptance with no deadline.
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space programs.
Collaborative environment with government and industry partners.
Engagement in high-stakes projects with significant national importance.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Description
This position is for a Space Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA supporting cutting-edge and innovative space programs. The Space Systems Engineer collaborates closely with the Government on a cutting-edge space program, providing guidance for essential decision-making in adapting reusable spacecraft to meet US Space Force mission requirements. The role leverages systems engineering principles to enhance spacecraft subsystems and mitigate technical risks during development. Candidates should possess thorough knowledge of NRO organizational structures, procedures, and satellite systems.
Job Responsibilities:
Collaborate with Government Program Managers to provide guidance on development and progress and contribute to the strategic vision for future missions.
Direct technical architecture planning, identifying essential dependencies to adapt spacecraft designs for successfully meeting mission objectives.
Work alongside multidisciplinary satellite subsystem teams to oversee subsystem development, testing, and integration activities performed by developers.
Engage in Developer-led Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and system milestone reviews, offering strategic recommendations to optimize system performance and accelerate delivery timelines.
Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of system level requirements for assigned systems and the design features that satisfy these requirements.
Develop documents and briefings to communicate work status; briefs to government and industry as required.
Support full lifecycle engineering reviews to demonstrate the design meets all specifications and customer requirements.
Perform risk assessments and execute mitigation strategies throughout the systems engineering lifecycle to preserve mission integrity and support program success.
Support Contract Officer Technical Representatives (COTRs) and Developers by coordinating with other acquisition domain SMEs and program stakeholders to develop, modify, and maintain contract documentation.
Review Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables to ensure content, accuracy, and sufficiency to meet program requirements and objectives.
Participate in program reviews and technical interchange meetings between developers and COTR.
Support readiness reviews and major program reviews to evaluate ground system readiness.
Resolve highly complex and multi-dimensional problems requiring consideration of variables that impact multiple aspects of the project/program.
Qualifications
TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environment.
Experience providing systems engineering support and technical guidance in the acquisition, development, and deployment of satellite systems.
Ability to work in a very dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners.
Ability to facilitate technical discussions with SMEs.
Ability to communicate with a diverse audience of senior decision makers with varying levels of programmatic and technical expertise.
Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills.
Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment with no supervision.
Target salary range: $180,001 - $220,000. 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.
