33 mission engineer jobs found

Description SAIC is seeking a hands-on Controls and Systems Integration Engineer to support advanced unmanned maritime systems in San Diego, CA. This is an ON-SITE role. This is an on-site engineering role for someone who enjoys making complex electromechanical systems work in the real world - not just on paper. This position supports U.S. Navy unmanned systems programs involving large uncrewed surface vessels, large uncrewed underwater vehicles, and related maritime payloads. The work spans vehicle controls, embedded and networked systems, electric propulsion, power distribution, sensors, autonomy support, test, troubleshooting, and field operations. The ideal candidate is a practical engineer with a background in either electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, robotics, controls, or a similar technical discipline. You should be comfortable moving between software, electronics, PLCs, vehicle hardware, test equipment,...

Description SAIC is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Panama City Beach, Florida. You will lead projects in a dynamic environment at our Holley Engineering and Integration Center, supporting rapid development, prototyping, and production of cutting-edge adaptive warfare technologies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of technical expertise, advanced problem-solving skills, leadership capabilities, and a collaborative mindset. This role will lead mechanical equipment design, system design, testing, and troubleshooting efforts, with support needs spanning from Research & Development to Production Support. The program focuses on asymmetric and adaptive warfare systems designed to deliver flexible, cost-effective solutions for various asset types and modalities. It supports accelerated development and fielding of technologies to address emergent warfighter requirements. Key Responsibilities: Lead mechanical...

Description SAIC is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to lead and support the planning, execution, direction, analysis, and reporting of experimental, developmental, and operational testing for advanced Navy capabilities. This role builds upon core test engineering functions by providing senior-level leadership across complex test events, cross-functional technical teams, and operational stakeholders. The candidate will support testing across operational, HWIL, virtual, and other relevant environments while helping evaluate system performance, identify risks, document findings, and inform capability development. The role requires the ability to bridge operational, technical, and executive audiences while supporting efforts involving mission engineering, fires, modeling and simulation, data analytics, communications systems, tactical networks, datalinks, and Aegis Weapon System-related capabilities, as applicable. Work is performed ON-SITE in San Diego, CA. Required to be local...

Description Join a mission driven satellite program at the forefront of national defense innovation. Our team is developing cutting edge technologies that directly support critical Department of War priorities, combining both proven and first-of-their-kind capabilities that have never been applied in space. Operating within a fast-paced acquisition environment, we benefit from streamlined authorities and direct access to senior Government decisionmakers, enabling us to move quickly and execute aggressive schedules using the most innovative contracting strategies available. SAIC is seeking self-directed leaders who skillfully navigate ambiguity, solve complex challenges, and bring diverse expertise to a dynamic environment focused on delivering capability rapidly. Success here requires adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to wear multiple hats in support of a high impact mission. Candidates experienced as USAF/USSF acquisition officers (AFSC: 63A) or developmental...

Description SAIC is seeking a Satellite Payload Engineer to provide onsite systems engineering and technical advisory (SETA) services in support of an SAIC Prime Program supporting the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) in Chantilly, VA. Note: Qualified candidates must have an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a Poly to be considered. As a Satellite Payload Engineer, you will support technical efforts requiring deep expertise in satellite payload architecture, SAR payload development, SAR processing and image formation, and end-to-end image chain performance. You will apply hands-on satellite hardware experience and radar payload system knowledge to assess performance, resolve issues, and ensure seamless integration across space and ground segments. You will also drive enterprise-level trade studies to define and refine requirements for future satellite capabilities, supporting mission success across the full lifecycle. Job Responsibilities...

Description SAIC is looking for an Automation and Analytic Modeling Engineer with Space Domain Operations experience in Chantilly, VA to support a very dynamic and innovative space program office in Chantilly, VA. The Automation and Modeling Subject Matter Expert (SME) serves as a senior engineering professional responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing advanced analytic modeling, automation, and data processing solutions to accelerate the extraction of actionable insights from GEOINT and related intelligence data sources. This position combines expertise in data analytics, systems engineering, automation technologies, and intelligence workflows to enhance mission effectiveness, improve collection strategies, and reduce the time required to deliver meaningful intelligence to end users. The successful candidate will demonstrate technical excellence, innovative problem-solving skills, and the ability to develop unconventional approaches that advance program...

Description SAIC is looking for a Telescope Opto-mechanical Engineer with Space Domain Operations experience in Chantilly, VA to support a very dynamic and innovative space program office in Chantilly, VA. The Telescope Opto-mechanical Engineer provides technical expertise and systems engineering support for the development, integration, and sustainment of advanced space-based optical payloads and telescope systems. This position serves as a key interface between government stakeholders and industry partners, facilitating collaboration across multiple vendors to improve interoperability, reduce program risk, and maximize future mission flexibility. The successful candidate will support the maturation of advanced telescope technologies, manage cross-vendor interface coordination efforts, and contribute to the development of common engineering approaches that enhance interchangeability across future spacecraft builds. The role requires strong technical knowledge of optical and...

Description SAIC is looking for an Exercise Execution Systems Engineer with Space Domain Operations experience in Chantilly, VA to support a very dynamic and innovative space program office in Chantilly, VA. The Exercise Execution Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, planning, coordinating, and executing operational test campaigns and exercises to assess, validate, and demonstrate on-orbit system capabilities in support of mission objectives. This role serves as a critical bridge between engineering, operations, and mission partners to ensure space and intelligence systems are rigorously evaluated under realistic operational conditions. The successful candidate will lead the development of exercise concepts, test objectives, execution plans, and performance assessments while collaborating across the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), and international partner organizations. This individual must possess strong systems engineering expertise,...

Description SAIC is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to provide non-personal engineering, technical, and program support services to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC-CR). This position directly supports facility program operations, engineering development, and infrastructure modernization projects across mission-critical facilities. The candidate will collaborate with NSWC Crane technical codes, facility managers, and engineering customers to define requirements, develop designs, and support sustainment activities for electrical and facility utility systems. JOB RESPONSIBILITES: Provide engineering support for facility-related electrical systems including medium- and low-voltage distribution, industrial power systems, and building electrical infrastructure. Develop design criteria, performance specifications, equipment utility requirements, and installation documentation for process equipment and mission facility systems....

Description SAIC is currently seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented mid-level Automation Engineer to join our team to begin an exciting and challenging career in Ashburn, VA. This position is hybrid-remote. 2 days on-site in Ashburn, VA per week is required. Job Responsibilities Day-to-day test engineering duties include, but are not limited to: Developing test scripts. Generating test data. Data Validation. Web service testing. Data interface message testing preferably with XML message set. Developing SQL or Unix scripts for test data generation or test harness automation. Executing regression, functional, and system testing. Verifying results and producing test summaries and defect reports. Identifying defects and requirement discrepancies. Generating Jira tickets that identify defect description, with repeatable steps to reproduce the error. Collaborating with development team members on understanding the defect and retesting when...

Description SAIC is looking for a Modeling and Simulations Engineer with NRO experience who's ready to help shape the next generation of national space capabilities. In this role, you won't just support a rapidly growing Intelligence Community customer - you'll be part of a mission driven team pushing the boundaries of Modeling & Simulation and SETA support for critical NRO programs. This role puts you at the heart of efforts to strengthen the NRO's space resiliency posture - ensuring our nation's most critical space assets remain ready, reliable, and effective. Your work will help shape the technical direction of systems that support national security every single day. If you're energized by solving tough technical problems and want your work to have real operational impact, this is where you can make it happen. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: • Lead system level analysis and performance evaluations that directly inform strategic...

Description SAIC has a funded need for a Radar RF Signals Modeling and Simulation Engineer (Space Systems) to support an expanding Government Intelligence Community (IC) customer within the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) in Chantilly, VA. This position offers a flexible work schedule , with core collaboration hours from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. , allowing you to balance mission demands with personal flexibility while still engaging deeply with a world-class engineering team. Clearance Requirements: Top Secret/SCI with the ability to obtain a Poly. (Note: The current Security Clearance must be held by an IC Customer.) Role Overview As a senior technical contributor, you will analyze and design high--fidelity ground-based radar RF signal models of great importance to the NRO. Your modeling and simulation products will inform spacecraft and sensor design, mission planning, and system-of-systems behavior. Some work will also require modeling and...

Description SAIC is seeking a Principal Aerospace Engineer to support the US Navy in Crane, IN. JOB DESCRIPTION: NOTE: This is a hybrid position requiring the candidate to be onsite approximately 1-4 days per week. The Joint Hypersonics Transition Office (JHTO), sponsored by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Science and Technology (OASW(S&T) and executed by the Joint Hypersonics Transition Office Systems Engineering Field Activity (JHTO SEFA) at Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane, is responsible for accelerating hypersonics technology development, developing the nation's future hypersonics workforce, and facilitating the transition of ready technologies into operational capabilities. SAIC is the premier Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) service provider to the Program and is seeking a senior project officer to augment this team of qualified, diverse, and highly motivated individuals. In this role, the candidate will work...

Description SAIC is looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to support the Space Reactor-1 (SR-1) Freedom Nuclear Power Module (NPM) Verification and Validation (V&V) efforts. SR-1 will demonstrate nuclear electric propulsion and provide a path to higher powered and longer duration Mars missions. Supporting the SR-1 NPM Lead Systems Engineer, the selected candidate will be the technical lead for NPM V&V Planning and Execution. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Ensuring the system is verified and validated using the defined mission success criteria Defining verification methods for all requirements Defining and maintaining the Verification Matrix to ensure industry partner's V&V plans align with system-level V&V Ensuring the NPM V&V Plan is in-line with the SR-1 Vehicle V&V Plan Coordinating subsystem and system level test planning for requirement closure criteria Validation of mission requirements and concept of operations Collaborating...

Description SAIC is looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to lead the Space Reactor-1 (SR-1) Freedom and Power and Propulsion Element (PPE) Assembly, Integration and Test (AI&T) efforts. SR-1 will demonstrate nuclear electric propulsion and provide a path to higher powered and longer duration Mars missions. The candidate would be S upporting the SR-1 PPE Lead Systems Engineer. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Definition and oversight of PPE assembly, integration and test (AI&T) Development of GSE requirements Development of launch site ground operations Coordinate activities with the SR-1 Vehicle Integration team Provide insight and oversight of the prime contractor's AI&T team Location: Work will be performed in Cleveland, Ohio, onsite at NASA GRC 5-days a week. Qualifications Required Skills: Experience developing complex flight hardware Demonstrated experience leading AI&T...

Description SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)). This role requires an active Secret clearance and provides hybrid work flexibility, with on-site support required at the Mark Center in Alexandria, VA. Responsibilities: Support systems engineering activities across requirements analysis, architecture development, and technical integration. Develop system-level documentation including requirements, interface definitions, technical specifications, and engineering plans. Evaluate system performance, identify risks or gaps, and recommend technical solutions. Coordinate with stakeholders to capture mission needs and translate them into actionable system requirements. Assist in systems planning, trade studies, engineering reviews, and technical assessments. Provide technical support for capability development, modernization efforts, and technology transition...

Description We are seeking a highly motivated Power & Energy Engineer to support our Navy power and energy customer in Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) of lithium chemistry power storage systems. The ideal candidate will play a key role in providing specialized support for the Navy's Lithium Battery Safety Program and related engineering services. The role involves safety program development, certification planning, engineering analysis, test planning, and logistics for lithium battery systems. Candidates will work closely with program offices, certifying authorities, and technical agents to ensure compliance with safety standards, conduct risk assessments, and support mission-critical operations. Assist in developing safety programs based on lithium battery size, scope, and application, including initial investigations and determining certification requirements per S9310-AQ-SAF-010. Review and verify existing certifications, complete procurement...

Description SAIC is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer with Intelligence Community experience to support the modernization of an existing systems engineering training program. This is a temporary role with an expected end date of December 2026. The selected candidate will be responsible for leading the technical refresh and redesign of a current week-long Systems Engineering training course. The existing course is outdated and requires a comprehensive review, update, and redesign to better align with current systems engineering practices, mission needs, and adult learning principles. The Systems Engineer will serve as the primary technical subject matter expert for the course modernization effort and will collaborate closely with internal instructional systems designers, multimedia specialists, graphics professionals, and other stakeholders to produce an updated, engaging, and mission-relevant training product. Key Responsibilities: SAIC is seeking an experienced...

Description SAIC is seeking a Tactical Network Systems Engineer to join our team at Fort Benning, Georgia . This position serves as part of a team that assists with tactical communications support of Maneuver Battle Lab experimentation for emerging capabilities that support Soldiers. Work is in person daily at Fort Benning, Georgia with the Maneuver Battle Lab - Live Experimentation Branch. JOB DESCRIPTION : The Tactical Network Systems Engineer supports communications during live field experiments by designing tactical radio networks and radio programming. This position focuses on the development and implementation of ad hoc Radio Frequency (RF) wireless and cellular networks from initial system architecture through deployment. Primary duties include installing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of C5ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) capabilities. JOB DUTIES : Process electromagnetic...

Description SAIC seeks an Applied Technology Systems Engineer to join our team of professionals providing technical and program services to the U.S. Government (USG). SAIC provides research, engineering, design, analysis, acquisition, development, integration, test, and operations support to the Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of War (DoW) customers. We support development and delivery of next generation and generation after next national security systems based on land, at sea, in air, and in space. The engineer sought here serves a USG Program Office leading Research & Development (R&D) of evolutionary, revolutionary, and transformational technologies and capabilities in support of the organization's overhead architecture. This position provides Systems Engineering & Technical Advisory (SETA) support services. Job Description: Independently work across organizational lines to identify critical capability gaps to the organization's future overhead...