65 acquisition systems engineer jobs found

Description SAIC is seeking an experienced Acquisition Systems Engineer 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. TheAcquisition Systems Engineerprovides support to the Systems Program Office (SPO) in acquisition and execution of mission critical systems. The Acquisition Systems Engineer is part of a team of high-performing subject matter experts (SMEs) responsible for planning, development and execution of new acquisitions, guiding programs through Milestone Decision Authority (MDA) directed reviews, developing and executing ECPs, monitoring contract execution and providing technical analysis. The Acquisition Systems Engineer responsibilities may include but not limited to the following: Pre-Acquisition, Acquisition and governance artifact generation Guiding program acquisitions...

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 decision makers, 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 Join a winning team! SAIC is seeking a Chief Space Systems Engineer with experience on large programs to join the Air Force, Space, and Intelligence Business Group providing systems engineering, systems integration, and contract and technical advisory services to a Government Intelligence Community (IC) customer. The customer is developing the next generation of space and ground architectures comprised of custom development, commercial off the shelf (COTS), and cloud-based services. SAIC is a strong company providing opportunities for energetic individuals with a strong desire to expand their knowledge while increasing their responsibilities. SAIC is seeking a Chief Space Systems 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...

Description SAIC is seeking a Spacecraft Ground Operations Engineer. This position is located in Chantilly, VA and requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph. The Spacecraft Ground Operations Engineer will support a program office for a Major System Acquisition that requires a computer scientist or engineer with technical expertise in spacecraft mission integration and operational support. The Spacecraft Ground Operations Engineer will be an integral participant in spacecraft ground segment design analysis, verification and developer selloff of requirements. Additionally, this individual will be intimately involved in spacecraft initialization and on orbit checkout for the spacecraft and all payloads. The Spacecraft Ground Operations Engineer will serve as a SETA with responsibilities that may include but not limited to the following: • Provide on-site, direct support for major program acquisitions • Participate in factory and operation base activities such as...

Description SAIC is hiring a AI/ML Engineer to join a mission-driven, multi-disciplinary analysis team in Chantilly, VA. This role supports the design, acquisition, and operation of national security space systems by developing and integrating AI/ML capabilities into modeling and simulation environments for government satellite programs in Earth orbits, with a focus on mission planning and space domain awareness. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Develop and apply AI/ML algorithms and workflows to support satellite mission planning, space domain awareness, and resilient mission operations. Perform end-to-end ML development, including data exploration, feature engineering, model training/tuning/validation, and performance assessment using supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning. Implement and optimize algorithms for classification, tracking, anomaly detection, and decision support using optical and radar space-surveillance sensor data. Design,...

Description SAIC is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer to act as a Designated Authorizing Official Representative to provide onsite systems engineering and technical advisory (SETA) services in support of an SAIC Prime Program at the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) in Chantilly, VA. The Communications Systems Engineer will support a Government customer with multiple satellite systems, both on-orbit and in development. They will support communication systems, network, and crypto acquisition activities for multiple major satellite programs. The job requires familiarity with NRO organization, processes, and satellite systems. Job Responsibilities to include: Support the System Program Office (SPO) in an acquisition capacity for planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of communication, network, and crypto acquisitions. Coordinate and conduct day-to-day risk management activities. Support security authorization activities for information systems....

Description SAIC is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer to act as Offensive Security Engineer to provide onsite systems engineering and technical advisory (SETA) services in support of an SAIC Prime Program at the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) in Chantilly, VA. The Offensive Security Engineer will support a Government customer with multiple satellite systems, both on-orbit and in development. They will also support communication systems, network, and crypto acquisition activities for multiple major satellite programs. Note: An active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Poly is required to be considered for this role Job Responsibilities to include: Support the System Program Office (SPO) in an acquisition capacity for planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of communication, network, and crypto acquisitions. Build, automate, and execute testing frameworks and security assessments. Help resolve red/blue team findings. Improve cybersecurity posture...

Description SAIC is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer to act as a Network Intrusion Specialist to provide onsite systems engineering and technical advisory (SETA) services in support of an SAIC Prime Program at the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) in Chantilly, VA. The Network Intrusion Specialist will support a Government customer with multiple satellite systems, both on-orbit and in development. They will also support communication systems, network, and crypto acquisition activities for multiple major satellite programs. Note: An active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polyis required to be considered for this role Job Responsibilities to include: Support the System Program Office (SPO) in an acquisition capacity for planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of communication, network, and crypto acquisitions. Analyze PCAP data and IDS/IPS alerts. Trace network-based attacks. Support containment of live network intrusions. Increase monitoring and...

Description SAIC is seeking a Space Systems Engineer to provide onsite systems engineering and technical advisory (SETA) services in support of an SAIC Prime Program at the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) in Chantilly, VA. As a Space Systems Engineer , you will coordinate across other engineering divisions in support of the acquisition of systems that advance the NRO's space resiliency posture. You will support a System Program Office (SPO) in a technical capacity for planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of satellite system development and acquisitions in a government/contractor team environment providing opportunities for energetic individuals with a strong desire to expand their knowledge. Job Responsibilities to include: Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of system level requirements for assigned systems and the design features that satisfy these requirements. Develop documents and briefings to communicate work status; briefs to...

Description SAIC is seeking a Program Protection Analyst to support and advance Department of War (DoW) technology & program protection (T&PP),system security engineering, and independent technical risk assessment (ITRA) activities across the acquisition lifecycle, from requirements development through design, production, sustainment, and disposal of military systems that operate in physical and/or cyberspace domains. The ideal candidate will be a well-versed systems security engineer or technical analyst with demonstrated experience conducting technical assessments of DoW acquisition programs. The candidate will support ITRAs and program protection reviews by analyzing technical evidence and developing evidence-based findings and recommendations for Government consideration and routing to the applicable approval authority. The candidate will support the development of strategies, decision-support products, and reports for DoW senior leaders and coordinate with...

Description SAIC is seeking a well-qualified, Maritime Technology Senior Systems Engineer to join an exciting program in Springfield, VA supporting the planning, initiation, and execution of new technology projects, to include providing a broad spectrum of project management functions and contracts management support. The successful candidate will lead support efforts to develop innovative Concepts of Operation to address emergent threats by exploiting opportunities in the maritime environment. The desired outcome is to support development of robust new customer capabilities coordinating with key senior stakeholders, performers, and others across the program and the broader community. JOB DUTIES : Support technical project management and systems engineering tasks including CONOPs generation, requirements development, performance work statements development, and integrated milestone/schedule development. Participate in system, technical, and program status reviews....

Description SAIC is seeking a Senior Solution Engineer to fill a critical position on the LANDMARK AOS program. LANDMARK AOS is a large SETA contract responsible for the complete end-to-end life cycle of the customer's Ground Enterprise. The position will be located in Chantilly, VA. All candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph. As the Senior Solution Engineer, you will provide analysis of alternatives, development of strategic options for architecture, alignment and prioritization of capability development, requirements management, readiness tracking, and validation and verification of delivered capabilities to support the customer's mission, vision, and technical initiatives. You will interact daily with senior government and program staff to support a variety of high-priority, high-visibility activities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Plan, prepare and execute Solution Train events for the customer Collaborate with System...

Description SAIC is seeking a GEOINT Ground AMTI Systems Engineer to join SAIC's Prime SETA program in Chantilly, VA supporting the NRO's Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED). As the GEOINT Ground AMTI Systems Engineer you will interact daily with senior government and Program staff to analyze new concepts and technologies; support the definition and baselining of new capabilities and/or enhancements; advise on all aspects of System Engineering analysis (architecture, requirements, Concept of Operations (CONOPs), interfaces, schedule, and dependency identification); test support, and provide Readiness Event support. Responsibilities to include Collaborate daily with development contractors, government program personnel, and customers on systems engineering and acquisition functions for GEOINT collection, mission management, and mission processing. Provide oversight and monitor software development and integration activities, ensuring alignment with government requirements...

Description SAIC is seeking a GEOINT Ground RADAR Systems Engineer to provide Systems Engineer Technical Advisor (SETA) services for a critical position on an SAIC's Prime Program, supporting the NRO's Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED). As the EOINT Ground RADAR Systems Engineer you will provide technical support to facilitate the development of GEOINT capabilities cooperatively with development contractors and mission partners to optimize mission success. You will also actively perform engineering and analysis to ensure programs successfully develop and deliver core mission processing services in all phases of the acquisition life cycle. Job Duties to include: Retain cognizance of a wide variety of GEOINT mission processing projects including technical baseline, project schedules, dependencies, risks, and cost. Advise Senior and Mid-Level managers on architectural decisions to include investment strategies, acquisition portfolio priorities, risk assessment of project...

Description SAIC is seeking GEOINT Ground Software Systems Engineer to support SAIC's Prime Program, Landmark AOS in Chantilly, VA. Landmark AOS is a large SETA program, supporting the NRO's Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED), responsible for the acquisition of systems over the complete end-to-end life cycle. As the GEOINT Ground Software Systems Engineer, you will guide the development, integration, and delivery of modern GEOINT mission capabilities. You will partner closely with development contractors, mission partners, and senior Government stakeholders to shape architectural direction, ensure engineering rigor, and drive the evolution of scalable, resilient ground-system software. This position supports a broad portfolio of high-visibility initiatives, including evaluation of emerging technologies, definition and baselining of new GEOINT capabilities, transition planning from legacy systems to cloud-native implementations, and full-spectrum systems engineering...

Description SAIC is searching for a Senior IT Architect with strong desire to build excellence in the Growth organization by improving the performance of both capture teams and individual members. He/she must have proven success in capturing, managing, solutioning and/ or executing new business for Civilian, Space, Intelligence, and/ or Defense Domains to join our Pursuit Advancement Team. The Senior IT Architect will lead/participate in Deal Assessments, provide specific deal recommendations to maximize win probability, perform mentoring and coaching of Capture Managers, Business Development, and Solution Architects, and engage on opportunities to improve the deal quality and make our approach meaningful to the customer. This individual will have technical acumen and experience with Cloud, Data, AI/ML, IT/Software development, maintenance, and operations. The Senior IT Architect is responsible for supporting tens of pursuits simultaneously with experience and ability to flex...

Description SAIC is searching for a Senior IT Architect with strong desire to build excellence in the Growth organization by improving the performance of both capture teams and individual members. He/she must have proven success in capturing, managing, solutioning and/ or executing new business for Civilian, Space, Intelligence, and/ or Defense Domains to join our Pursuit Advancement Team. The Senior IT Architect will lead/participate in Deal Assessments, provide specific deal recommendations to maximize win probability, perform mentoring and coaching of Capture Managers, Business Development, and Solution Architects, and engage on opportunities to improve the deal quality and make our approach meaningful to the customer. This individual will have technical acumen and experience with Cloud, Data, AI/ML, IT/Software development, maintenance, and operations. The Senior IT Architect is responsible for supporting tens of pursuits simultaneously with experience and ability to flex...

Description SAIC is a trusted leader in delivering advanced command and control capabilities across the Department of the Air Force. We bring deep expertise in engineering, securing, and deploying cutting-edge technologies that support mission-critical operations. In partnership with the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics, SAIC supports programs that unify data, sensors, mission applications, cloud-based services, and emerging AI-enabled automation. These efforts empower warfighters with a decisive edge, transforming complex, multidomain information into fast, clear, and actionable decisions when it matters most. As part of this team, you will help accelerate the integration, testing, security, and transition of new capabilities into operational use. You will work side by side with operators, engineers, Capability Providers, and government teams to ensure every delivery strengthens mission readiness. This role offers the opportunity...

Description A U.S. Government (USG) program office conducting research and development (R&D) in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and advanced sensing seeks a subject-matter expert (SME) to serve as a contractor Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) advisor. The SIGINT R&D Engineer will support Government leadership in managing a portfolio of research and development projects. The role emphasizes post-award program execution, technical oversight, acquisition support, and budget execution. The successful candidate will help shepherd new project concepts through the acquisition process; assess technical approaches and developer performance; and provide objective, technically informed recommendations to Government Program Managers and acquisition personnel. Experience with radio frequency (RF), electronic warfare (EW), and signals intelligence (SIGINT) technologies is required. R&D experience is preferred; AI/ML...

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), USAF/USSF civil engineer...