SAIC

Technology integrator delivering defense IT solutions

Integration Systems Engineer

Spacecraft & Launch Vehicle SystemsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeEl Segundo, CA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in a STEM field and 2–3 or more years of related experience are required.
Demonstrated experience in requirements definition and analysis, fielding and integrating ground-system hardware, and space-to-ground system testing is required.
Demonstrated application of advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts is required.
Experience contributing to the development of new principles and concepts is required.
Experience participating with senior managers to establish strategic plans and objectives is required.
Ability to recommend or make decisions on project work matters and ensure effective achievement of program, project, or organizational objectives is required.
Experience exercising independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to obtain results is required.
Interpersonal, leadership, team-building, and problem-solving skills, including effectiveness in a government-contractor team environment, are required.

Responsibilities

Provide ground-system integration support to the SMC Remote Sensing Systems Directorate on the Air Force SMC Technical Services contract.
Support acquisition of the Next Generation OPIR space vehicle, satellite, and ground system.
Support integration of Next Generation OPIR satellites into the Ground System.
Support activities across the space-system development lifecycle, including concepts, requirements, design, development, test and validation, and transition to operations.
Interface with development contractors and provide recommendations to the Government for program activities.

Desired Qualifications

Experience working in a systems engineering and technical support (SETA) role.
Experience working in space systems.
Experience with payload and satellite hardware and software design, development, integration, and testing.
Experience in systems engineering of space-systems programs.
Knowledge of OPIR systems.
Knowledge of Department of Defense acquisition processes.

SAIC is currently looking for an experienced senior systems engineer to provide ground system integration support on the Air Force Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC) Technical Services (STS) contract to the SMC Remote Sensing (RS) Systems Directorate. The RS Directorate is responsible for the Air Force’s Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) and Environmental Monitoring space and ground systems across the full development and operational lifecycle.

The selected candidate will support the acquisition of the Next Generation OPIR space vehicle/satellite/ground system and will be an integral participant in supporting the integration of the Next Generation OPIR satellites into the Ground System. The Next Generation OPIR system includes major space system upgrades; and, this role spans the entire development lifecycle for space systems, including concepts, requirements, design, development, test/validation, and transition to operations. The systems engineer will interface with development contractors and provide recommendations to the Government for all program activities.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:

Must posses Secret
Must be able to obtain a TS/SCI

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors (STEM) and 2-3 years or more of related experience -
Demonstrated experience in requirements definition and analysis, fielding and integration of ground system hardware, and space to ground system test.
Demonstrated application of advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts.
Contributed to development of new principles and concepts.
Participation with senior managers to establish strategic plans and objectives.
Ability to recommend/make decisions on project work matters and ensures effective achievement of program, project, or organizational objectives.
Exercised independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building and problem solving skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environment.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Experience working in a systems engineering and technical support (SETA) role.
Experience in space systems.
Payload and Satellite hardware and software design, development, integration & test experience.
Experience in Systems Engineering of Space Systems programs.
Knowledge of OPIR Systems (preferred).
Knowledge of DoD Acquisition processes (preferred).

About the Company

SAIC

Technology integrator delivering defense IT solutions

SAIC is a technology integrator that supports the U.S. government with engineering and IT services for defense, space, and intelligence missions. Its offerings include integrating complex systems, software, data analytics, cybersecurity, and digital engineering to help national security programs run smoothly. The company operates by combining technical expertise with large-scale government contracts, delivering end-to-end solutions from planning and development to deployment and support. Unlike many firms that focus on a single product, SAIC differentiates itself through a long history of government work, its origins as an employee-owned company, and its growth through strategic acquisitions to broaden capabilities in digital engineering, mission IT, and related services. SAIC’s goal is to enable national defense and intelligence operations by providing the technology and services needed to design, build, and maintain critical systems at scale.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Reston, VA
Founded: 1969

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