15 mission systems engineer jobs found

Description SAIC is seeking a Mission Systems Engineer with NRO experience to provide Modeling and Simulation (M&S) and Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) services to a rapidly expanding Government Intelligence Community (IC) customer. This position supports a System Program Office (SPO) in a technical capacity for planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of system development and acquisitions that advance the NRO's space resiliency posture. The Mission Systems Engineer will work in a collaborative team environment supporting systems engineering, mission analysis, and transition activities to address some of the space community's most challenging problems. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Perform analysis and evaluations of systems and track resulting metrics. Study and analyze a wide variety of interesting and complex problems. Assess relevant current and future technologies for insertion....

ECS is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the RPL team in Chantilly, VA . As an Electrical Engineer, you will work on high performance RF systems used for Radar and Flight Termination System (FTS). Based on system requirements, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team of RF Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, and Software Engineers, to derive solutions, perform verification testing, and troubleshoot any issues. A successful candidate will solve complex problems and complete hardware and firmware designs and perform hands on testing. Analyze customer requirements and derive detailed system, subsystem, and component-level specifications to drive electronic designs. Participate in major reviews such as: Systems Requirements Review (SRR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), and Critical Design Review (CDR), and Test Readiness Review (TRR). Develop Electrical Designs at various levels from component-level up to system-level to meet customer requirements...

Description SAIC is seeking an experienced Machine Learning Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support a customer in Chantilly, VA. The successful applicant will demonstrate flexibility in task execution and provide technical expertise across a variety of Machine Learning (ML) and Modeling and Simulation (M&S) topics, including developing and training ML models, designing simulation frameworks, conducting performance analyses, and applying data-driven approaches to solve complex problems. In this role, the successful candidate may also assist with Systems Engineering topics (e.g., requirements, configuration management, readiness, verification and validation, etc.) to ensure seamless integration of ML capabilities within simulation environments. As a trusted advisor, the candidate will be expected to provide value-added judgment and offer strategic recommendations to the customer on program objectives, advanced technologies, and system enhancements. The successful...

Description We are seeking a Test Systems Engineer to develop and lead a test campaign for system level testing to validate mission readiness and performance. This position will also serve as the lead system integrator's senior system engineer and support system engineering efforts outside of test responsibilities. The position requires a diverse background in network engineering, software systems engineering and system level test management to support the United States Air Force in its goal of developing an interoperable system of systems to execute long range kill chains. The Department of the Air Force Integrated Fires Command and Control (DIFC2) program goals include improved information sharing, layered security, common data and architecture standards, system resiliency, faster implementation, and more effective cross-domain capabilities. The position requires an individual with strong technical project management skills and experience in developing and implementing test...

Description SAIC is seeking a Space Innovation Engineer to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) services to a customer within the Intelligence Community (IC). This customer is responsible for designing, building, and operating national security-related systems based on space, in the air, and on the ground. Key Responsibilities: Support the identification, investment, adoption, and delivery of innovative commercial technology solutions, understanding how to translate phenomenology into intelligence value Identify and match emerging and "ready-soon" technologies to customer mission area technology gaps Provide technical review and assessment of high-payoff technology development and readiness activities, craft technology transition plans Facilitate collaboration and systems engineering across a diverse industry and government team to include small commercial startup companies new to the space market Assist government end users...

Description SAIC is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to support the Department of the Air Force (DAF) Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) office. In this role, the Systems Engineer will provide critical support for acquisition, development, and programmatic activities within an enterprise-wide program that directly supports warfighter operations. Key responsibilities include providing technical assistance, analyzing reported issues, reviewing technical reports, and delivering engineering recommendations to address deficiencies. The Systems Engineer will also manage platform requirements across the full lifecycle, from requirements development through design, testing, operations, and sustainment. This position is contingent upon contract award, with work performed onsite at the customer's location in Arlington, VA. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and hold an active DoD Secret clearance, with eligibility for TS/SCI. The Systems Engineer...

Description SAIC has an opportunity for a Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA to provide systems engineering advisory expertise to the NRO GEOINT Systems Integration and Architecture (GSIA) office. Provide analysis support services during the modeling and simulation process to refine GEOINT satellite constellation architectures and spacecraft design concepts. Provide technical and programmatic assistance to Government team members regarding both spacecraft and payload activities that span the Satellite development life cycle. Qualified candidates must possess an active TS/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph. Key duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Modeling and Simulation Support. Responsibilities will focus on: Coordinate development of modeling and simulation activities. Review and analyze results in the areas of mission design, and spacecraft and payload operations to support architecture decisions and...

Description SAIC is seeking an experienced Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support a customer in Chantilly, VA. The successful applicant will demonstrate flexibility in task execution and provide technical expertise on a variety of Modeling and Simulation (M&S) topics, including system performance modeling, design analysis, scenario development, and data visualization. In this role, the successful candidate may also assist with Systems Engineering topics (e.g., requirements, configuration management, readiness, verification and validation, etc.) to ensure comprehensive continuity across multiple program activities. As a trusted advisor, the candidate will be required to deliver value-added judgment and provide well-informed recommendations to the customer on program objectives, technical strategies, and system capabilities. The successful candidate will produce thorough, actionable, and consistent deliverables that align with the organization's goals and objectives...

Description Join a winning team!! SAIC's Space and Intelligence Business Group is currently hiring to advance capabilities supporting our Department of Defense (DOD) and Intelligence Community customers. Ten miles from the SAIC headquarters, our Chantilly, VA team supports systems development, targeting & intelligence analysis, systems engineering & integration and more. This position is for a Photonics Engineer for a large contract supporting a cutting-edge and innovative DoD program. The Photonics Engineer oversees developer progress in designing, developing, and integrating complex photonics payloads into complete mission systems. This position provides support to the customer's execution of the Program with responsibilities that may include, but are not limited to the following: Role Responsibilities: Serve as the Program Office technical lead for design, development and integration of state-of-the art photonics payloads. Collaborate with...

Description SAIC is seeking an experienced CAD Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support a government customer in Chantilly, VA. The successful applicant will demonstrate adaptability in task execution and provide technical expertise across a variety of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Modeling and Simulation (M&S) topics, including 3D modeling, design visualization, structural analysis, and simulation of system performance. In this role, the successful candidate may also assist with Systems Engineering activities (e.g., requirements, configuration management, readiness, verification and validation, etc.) to ensure the effective integration of CAD models within broader simulation and analysis frameworks. As a trusted advisor, the candidate will be expected to deliver thoughtful recommendations and offer value-added insights to the customer on program objectives, cutting-edge design technologies, and system optimization. The successful candidate will produce technically...

Description SAIC is seeking a mid-level Optical Test Engineer with NRO experience to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) services to a rapidly expanding Government Intelligence Community (IC) customer for a complex space and ground efforts as part of an exciting and innovative set of programs. This position supports a System Program Office (SPO) in a technical capacity for planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of satellite system development and acquisitions that advance the National Reconnaissance Office's (NRO) space resiliency posture. The optical test engineer should have technical and practical understanding of electro-optical and laser phenomenology and architectures to support advanced technology development programs of national significance to promote resilience to a diverse area of global threats. The Engineer will focus on mitigation technologies. The position will be responsible for understanding the current and future laser...

Description SAIC is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the Department of the Air Force (DAF) Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management (C3BM) office. This role will provide engineering expertise to support acquisition, development, and programmatic activities for an enterprise-wide program that directly supports warfighter operations. Responsibilities include conducting technical analysis of reported issues, reviewing technical reports, and delivering engineering recommendations for corrective actions. The Senior Systems Engineer will play a key role in requirements management, overseeing all phases from requirements development through design, testing, operations, and sustainment. This position may also serve as the focal point for resolving engineering challenges. Work will be a hybrid mix of onsite and remote, contingent upon contract award. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and eligible for a DoD Secret clearance, with the ability to obtain a...

Description SAIC is seeking a Mid-Level Embedded Engineer to design, develop, and maintain embedded systems and solutions that power mission-critical platforms. This role is ideal for an engineer who has moved beyond entry-level tasks and is ready to take ownership of subsystems, solve complex technical problems, and contribute to system-level design. You will work closely with hardware engineers, and systems teams to build reliable, high-performance embedded platforms. This position offers meaningful technical ownership, collaboration with experienced engineers, and a clear path toward senior-level responsibilities. This position is 100% on-site in Sterling, VA What You'll Do: Design, develop, and test embedded systems for production. Configure and customize embedded Linux environments and low-level software components. Troubleshoot complex hardware/software integration issues across embedded platforms. Contribute to technical design discussions and...

Description SAIC is seeking a Satellite Communications Systems Engineer to support mission-critical communications for national security and intelligence operations. You will conduct research, develop innovative solutions, and analyze advanced satellite communication systems to enable design, development, and integration for secure, reliable data, voice, or video transmissions. Job Responsibilities: Lead research and development of novel satellite communication technologies for national security applications Perform system-level analysis, link budget calculations, and simulations to optimize performance under operational constraints Integrate satellite communications with ground stations, mobile platforms, and other defense assets Analyze and resolve technical issues in deployed systems, including RF interference and encryption challenges Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including government and contractor personnel, to ensure mission...

Description SAIC is seeking a Ground System Engineer to join our team in our team. SAIC provides specialized engineering, analysis and operations support to a variety of Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense (DoD) customers. The Ground System Engineer assists the customer with systems engineering and program oversight of International R&D engagements that enable successful software development, demonstration, integration and accelerated transition of capability derived from the program into appropriate US and international enterprise level architecture. The Ground System Engineer will be responsible for supporting the customer with acquisition, portfolio management, and program management. Acquisition support includes, but is not limited to, developing SOWs, CDRLs, inter-agency agreements (IAs), and other acquisition artifacts needed to get the PA work on contract. The Ground System Engineer will assist with budget and contract forecasts and facilitating...