SAIC

Systems Engineer Manager

SAIC$120K — $145K *
Aerospace & Defense
15+ years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field or 22 years of experience; TS/SCI clearance required.
  • Proven success in a technical leadership role within Intelligence programs/IC.
  • Strong background in software/hardware development or mission support.
  • Expertise in systems engineering and lifecycle management.
  • Proficient in data architecture and security planning.
  • Familiarity with Army Intelligence technologies like A-ISR and HADES.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and coordinate across stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Technical Lead for modernization efforts integrating Enterprise Services.
  • Identify technological gaps, define requirements, and oversee innovative solutions development.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for program stakeholders and senior leadership.
  • Develop technical strategies from customer objectives into actionable plans.
  • Oversee advanced system architecture design and implementation meeting operational standards.
  • Provide mentorship across the systems engineering lifecycle from concept to delivery.
  • Facilitate technical risk assessments and ensure compliance with security standards.

Benefits

  • Access to cutting-edge projects within the Army Intelligence Enterprise.
  • Opportunity to lead and mentor engineering teams in a dynamic environment.
  • Engagement with high-level program stakeholders and senior leadership.
  • Contribution to mission-critical defense initiatives.
  • Possibility of professional growth in a specialized field.
Full Job Description
Job Description

SAIC is seeking an experienced and innovative Systems Engineer Manager to spearhead the modernization and integration efforts of the Converged Infrastructure in support of Ground Intelligence Support Activity (GISA) in Fort Gordon, GA. In this pivotal role, the candidate will drive the development, integration, and deployment of systems that advance the Army Intelligence Enterprise Architecture (AIEA)/Converged Infrastructure, ensuring mission-critical objectives are met.

The Systems Engineer Manager will be responsible for but not limited to the following duties:
  • Serve as the Technical Lead for the modernization and integration of Enterprise Services, bridging the gap between sensors, data systems, and analytics to meet GISAs operational needs.
  • Lead efforts to identify technological and system gaps, define requirements, and oversee the assessment, development, testing, and deployment of innovative solutions.
  • Act as the primary technical point of contact, collaborating with program stakeholders, senior leadership, systems engineers, and development teams to align on mission-critical goals and objectives.
  • Develop technical strategies by interpreting customer objectives, CONOPS, and requirements into actionable plans to guide system development, integration, and deployment.
  • Oversee the design, definition, and implementation of advanced system architectures that support the Army Intelligence Enterprise Architecture / Converged Infrastructure and meet operational and security standards.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to engineering teams across the entire systems engineering lifecycle, including concept development, integration, testing, and final delivery.
  • Facilitate technical risk assessments, oversee defense-in-depth strategy development, and ensure compliance with applicable data security and protection standards.


Qualifications

Required Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and eighteen (18) years' experience; additional four (4) years' experience can be considered in lieu of degree.


Required Clearance:
  • Must possess an active TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with CI Poly; US Citizenship required.


Required Skills:
  • Proven success in a technical leadership role within Intelligence programs and/or the Intelligence Community (IC).
  • Strong background in one or more areas such as software development, hardware development, or mission support.
  • Expertise in systems engineering, including requirements analysis, architecture design, and lifecycle management.
  • Proficient in data architecture, data dissemination methodologies, and information security planning.
  • Familiarity with Army Intelligence-specific technologies and programs, such as the Army Aerial Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (A-ISR) platforms and the High Accuracy Detection and Exploitation System (HADES).
  • Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate technical efforts across diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience collaborating with senior leadership and external customers in the defense and intelligence sectors.


Desired Skills:
  • Experience in network engineering and operational technologies.
  • Advanced knowledge of all-source intelligence, signals intelligence (SIGINT), and geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) applications.
  • Experience managing Army Intelligence programs and projects, particularly those requiring integration with advanced sensor and data systems.
  • Proven expertise in complex systems engineering projects, program management, or advanced requirements development.


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
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
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