Job DescriptionSAIC is seeking an
Sr. Systems Engineer Integrator in Chantilly, VA to support SAIC's large SETA program, supporting the NRO's Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED), Advanced Ground Office.
With a background in support to Space Programs providing Enterprise Systems Engineering and Integration, you will work with stakeholders to provide end-to-end closure of requirements for space programs (Indications and Warnings (I&W)/ Integration and Closure (I&C)), consult with Government leads, develop CONOPS, participate in verification, test and systems integration efforts, and conduct gap identification, analysis, and assessments. In this senior role, you will serve as a cross-functional integrator, drive integration and migration planning, and serve as the ultimate advocate for client mission success. This position requires on-site support at customer locations and is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in complex, mission-critical environments.
Key Responsibilities to include:
- Lead integration planning, design, and execution across enterprise cloud and tactical edge environments, ensuring seamless interoperability between systems, data services, and third-party applications within an open-architecture framework.
- Translate integration requirements into technically sound interface control documents, API specifications, and data exchange agreements that support bi-directional, cross-platform data sharing across classified and unclassified network domains.
- Serve as the primary technical liaison between Government stakeholders, vendors, and development teams to ensure integration requirements are accurately captured, communicated, traceable, and verifiable throughout the program lifecycle.
- Evaluate and validate platform integration capabilities including data onboarding and normalization, credential authority, object databases, API performance, and interoperability across multiple security domains.
- Participate in product demonstrations, design reviews, and agile development cycles, providing rapid technical assessment of integration solution compliance against documented requirements and operational needs.
- Collaborate with vendors, partners, requirements analysts, and Government stakeholders to identify and resolve integration risks, dependencies, and technical gaps throughout the program lifecycle.
- Lead the integrating and implementation of designs and architectures across and into multiple systems and platforms.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of intelligence information requirements and operational environments.
- Develop and maintain planning baselines to support program execution and technical decision-making.
- Lead the creation and management of integration schedules, migration plans, and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with program objectives and client needs.
- Interact frequently with internal and external senior management and customer representatives regarding projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and contractual matters.
- Work closely and effectively with the Architecture Lead to identify, test, and implement technical solutions.
- Directly manage and mentor subordinate engineers and experienced specialist staff who operate with significant latitude and independence.
- Collaborate with senior management to review operational outcomes and ensure organizational objectives are being met.
- Establish and enforce operating policies and procedures that govern departmental and cross-functional work units.
- Interpret and apply government-wide policies and procedures to ensure consistent, compliant operations.
QualificationsRequired Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's in Systems Engineering, Computer Science/Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or a similar engineering discipline or technical degree and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience. Relevant experience to be substituted in lieu of degree.
- Active Top Secret/SCI /w Poly
- 15+ years of experience in systems integration, IT architecture, and/or SIGINT solution design.
- Demonstrated experience supporting intelligence community (IC) or DoD programs, particularly systems engineering, systems integration, testing, architectural and engineering documentation.
- Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, integration methodologies, and migration planning.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience developing and managing program budgets, schedules, and performance metrics.
- Ability to interpret and apply organizational and contractual policies in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Comfortable operating in project-based, customer-facing environments, including on-site engagements.
