42 lead systems engineer jobs found

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...

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 SAIC is seeking a highly experienced Cloud Engineer III to lead the design, implementation, modernization, and sustainment of secure cloud, hybrid cloud, and edge-to-cloud architectures supporting advanced Navy and DoW mission capabilities. This role focuses on cloud architectures aligned to warfighter needs, distributed maritime operations, multi-classification environments, DevSecOps enablement, and secure platform modernization across AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, on-premises, tactical, and on-platform compute environments. The candidate will provide senior-level technical leadership to cross-functional engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and government stakeholders to ensure cloud solutions are scalable, resilient, secure, compliant, and aligned to mission objectives. In this role, you'll contribute to Naval Operational Architecture (NOA), working alongside engineers and operators to deliver resilient, forward-leaning solutions in support of national...

Description Join a winning team!! SAIC's National Security and Space (NSS) Sector is currently hiring to advance space 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 Satellite SETA Program Manager for a large, multi-year contract supporting a cutting-edge and innovative space program. The Satellite SETA Program Manager must possess, and have successfully demonstrated, Contracts Office Technical Representative expertise, experience managing cost, schedule, and technical performance. Requires excellent oral and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, and the interpersonal skills. The Satellite SETA Program Manager will partner with the Government PM and subsystem Subject Matter Experts (SME) to effectively plan, organize...

Description SAIC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team at Fort Gordon, Georgia. Responsibilities : Primary duties with providing Systems Engineering support for Ground Intelligence Support Activity (GISA) Functions as the primary on-site Subject Matter Expert for GISA's Intelligence Architecture to include: Converged Infrastructure (CI) Distributed Processing, Exploitation, Dissemination (DPED) Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) environment and Distributed Common Ground System-Army Services. Primary POC to support troubleshooting and mitigating Intelligence Architecture issues. Provides in-depth technical support to assess issues and provide solutions for problems. Capable to provide expert service support through interface with CONUS based engineers for problem resolution or new feature creation. Capable to perform root cause analysis for user problems, through duplication, using product designs, code, or specifications, as necessary....

Description SAIC is seeking a Sr. Apple Platform Engineer to support our DCSA/OneIT program out of Quantico, VA. This position requires a TS Clearance and a Sec+ certification. Introduction Make a difference for national security by joining a team of dedicated IT professionals who will sustain, modernize and transform the enterprise IT capabilities of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). The Air Force Space and Intel Business Group of SAIC is seeking a Senior Apple Platform Engineer to support a transformational infrastructure program for DCSA. SAIC is proud to be supporting DCSA in safeguarding our nation's information. DCSA is the designated oversight authority on the accreditation of classified facilities, information systems, and the insider threat program. This involves security oversight of more than 10,000 companies and approximately 13,000 facilities involved in classified work throughout the DoD and 31 Federal agencies. Specifically, on the...

Description Make a difference for national security by joining a team of dedicated IT professionals who will sustain, modernize and transform the enterprise IT capabilities of the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA). The Air Force, Space and Intelligence Business Group of SAIC is seeking a Network Architect SME to support a transformational infrastructure program for DCSA. SAIC is proud to be supporting DCSA in safeguarding our nation's information. DCSA is the designated oversight authority on the accreditation of classified facilities, information systems, and the insider threat program. This involves security oversight of more than 10,000 companies and approximately 13,000 facilities involved in classified work throughout the DoD and 31 Federal agencies. Specifically, on the DCSA One IT program, SAIC will provide an enterprise IT solution that delivers highly secured and adaptable IT infrastructure, provides customer support, an cutting-edge technologies...

Description SAIC is seeking two experienced Information Systems Security Engineers (ISSEs) to support the MAJESTIC Joint Program Office (JPO) -one serving as a traditional enterprise ISSE and one serving as a specialized Edge ISSE focused on tactical-edge environments. Together, these engineers will lead advanced security engineering and architecture efforts for MAJESTIC's mission-critical systems, including those operating in distributed, low-bandwidth, intermittently connected, and operationally constrained mission scenarios. The Enterprise ISSE will design, develop, implement, and validate security architectures for MAJESTIC's core systems and enterprise environments, ensuring security controls are integrated throughout the full engineering lifecycle-from requirements and high-level architecture through deployment, sustainment, modernization, and ATO maintenance. The Edge ISSE , leveraging the job functions described in ISSE_Edge, will engineer cybersecurity...

Description SAIC is looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer to support our team at Crane NSWC in Crane, IN. Candidates will be required to Lead the development, update, and submission of the RMF packages inside government repositories (e.g., eMASS). Conducts security control assessments, draft Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and maintains system continuous monitoring strategies. Performs automated and manual vulnerability assessments using tools like ACAS (Nessus) and SCAP. Serves as the primary bridge between the software development/systems engineering team and the Information System Security Manager (ISSM). Assists in analyzing security logs, detecting anomalies, and providing system-level technical support during incident response or forensic investigations. Applies system security engineering principles to implement secure designs, secure configurations, and boundary defenses (firewalls, IDS/IPS, access controls)....

Description SAIC is seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to support the MAJESTIC Joint Program Office (JPO) by performing advanced security engineering and architectural design for mission-critical IT systems. In this role, the ISSE will lead the design, development, implementation, and validation of security architectures , ensuring all security controls are integrated into system engineering processes across the full lifecycle-from requirements development to deployment and sustainment. The ISSE will collaborate closely with program leadership, system owners, developers, ISSMs/ISSOs, enterprise architects, and cybersecurity operations teams to ensure systems meet federal security requirements, including NIST 800-53, RMF, and customer-specific A&A frameworks such as ICD 503 and DAAPM. This role requires on-site support in Springfield, VA . Key Responsibilities: Design and engineer secure system architectures, integrating...

Description SAIC is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer onsite in Colorado Springs, CO with experience in space operations, space system sustainment or space acquisitions to join the Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) Team. PNT SE&I provides engineering, integration, technical analysis, and subject matter expertise (SME) support to the US Space Force. As a member of our PNT SE&I Team, you'll work in a fast-paced environment with Government personnel and systems engineers to provide systems engineering and analysis services to include system development, enterprise and system architecture, acquisition, testing, operations, and sustainment support for existing and new capabilities. You will also provide an enterprise perspective for identification and review of risks and risk mitigation plans and work to institutionalize systems engineering best practices across the organization. Major duties of this...

Description SAIC is seeking a Network Architect to join and support our dynamic team in Panama City Beach, Florida. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career and hone your leadership skills while supporting multiple Navy projects of varying complexity. We are seeking a motivated individual eager to apply your expertise in network and data center architecture, leveraging modern networking technologies and tools, to enable the successful execution of complex programs. As an engineering team member, you will contribute to all aspects of network architecture design, development, and fielding support. You will act as a key technical resource, providing guidance to team members and ensuring that network engineering best practices are followed. You will also play a pivotal role in overseeing network requirements development, system design, integration, risk management, and verification/validation of complex Navy systems. Responsibilities will include but are not limited...

Description SAIC is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to support a mission-critical modernization program delivering a modular, adaptable software suite of essential capabilities across multiple warfighting functions. In this role, you will serve as the technical authority responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a robust cybersecurity posture across a modern, open-architecture platform spanning enterprise cloud and tactical edge environments. This position operates across cloud and tactical edge environments, supporting cybersecurity architecture, implementation, and continuous monitoring across the full software development lifecycle - from initial design through fielding - in both garrison and deployed settings, including Denied, Degraded, Intermittent, and Low Bandwidth (DDIL) environments. The work is to be performed at the customer site at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD. This role is contingent upon award news in Fall 2026. Key...

Description SAIC is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to support critical DoD and Intelligence Community missions. You will lead assessment, authorization, vulnerability management, and secure operations for classified systems. Responsibilities Execute RMF processes for Assessment & Authorization (A&A). Develop/maintain SSPs, POA&Ms, SARs, and ATO artifacts in XACTA/eMASS. Conduct vulnerability scanning and track remediation using ACAS/IAVM. Implement and validate NIST 800-53 and CNSSI 1253 controls. Support hardening, patching, STIG compliance for Windows, Linux, and networks. Monitor systems and assist with incident response. Evaluate security impacts of system changes. Collaborate with engineering, administration, and DevSecOps teams. Qualifications Required Qualifications Active TS/SCI clearance. Candidates must have this clearance to be considered. Willing and able to pass a polygraph. Bachelor's degree + 5 years of...

Description SAIC provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country's most critical role - protecting our national security. We have opportunities to support the Space Systems Command (SSC) Program Management Office (PMO) located at Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), CO. We conduct Operations & Sustainment (O&S) activities for state-of-the-art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) systems, providing global secure, survivable and protected communications for our Nation's warfighters. We are looking for a highly skilled, motivated and proactive professional to be an integral teammate, defining the next generation of space-based telecommunication systems supporting legacy and transitioning Military and Commercial Satellite Communications...

Description SAIC is seeking a qualified Command, Control, Communications, Computers/Information Technology (C4/IT) Engineer to join our team and provide critical support to Marine Corps Installation Command (MCICOM) Defense Policy Initiative (DPRI) Pacific Posture Military Construction (MILCON) efforts in Guam, Tinian, and Darwin. The ideal candidate will bring extensive, recent experience in providing technical support to project teams and ensuring planning and design efforts meet U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) C4/IT mission capability requirements for each facility within the MCICOM-DPRI framework and/or Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific (PAC) Code-H operations. *THIS IS A FULLY REMOTE ROLE BUT MUST BE LOCAL TO GUAM* The responsibilities for this position include serving as a technical representative and subject matter expert (SME) by providing on-site assessments and answers to Requests for Information; reviewing and commenting on various MILCON C4/IT...

Description SAIC has an immediate need for a Systems Engineer to lead the space to ground integration effort for the next generation of Space Force Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) satellites. Candidate will be an expert on the space to ground interface requirements including both the SV and ground processing side of the Interface Control Document (ICD) . Candidate will have familiarity with a suite of systems engineering tools to support interface development, requirements traceability, configuration management, architecture analysis, configuration management and engineering reviews using Agile practices in a Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) environment. Candidate should have experience with various phases of the systems engineering lifecycle that include architecture, operational concepts, requirements and interface development activities for space and ground systems. The ideal candidate is someone who can assist the US Space Force in developing and deploying the...

Description SAIC is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Crane, IN. Key Responsibilities: Conduct design reviews to assess the functionality and performance of defense electronic systems and ensure adherence to operational requirements. Collaborate on system integration activities to ensure seamless adoption of new or modernized systems into the existing architecture. Lead engineering investigations to analyze and resolve issues impacting system performance in the field. Develop and implement engineering change proposals (ECPs) to improve and modernize legacy systems for optimal efficiency and performance. Assess obsolescence risks of existing components and systems; provide innovative and cost-effective solutions to extend their lifecycle. Work closely with a multifunctional fleet support team to address and resolve complex challenges encountered in fielded systems. Perform circuit analysis and electrical testing to verify performance characteristics and...

Description JOB DESCRIPTION: SAIC is seeking a Senior Evolved Strategic Systems (ESS) Ground Systems Integration Specialist to join our team in El Segundo, CA. Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility. SAIC is sub-contractor on the Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (MSEIT) contract. The MSEIT effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Air Force's Space and Missiles System Center. We support the Air Force's acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems. You will join a Systems...

Description JOB DESCRIPTION: SAIC is seeking a Principal Program Systems Integration Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility. SAIC is sub-contractor on the Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (MSEIT) contract. The MSEIT effort provides leading edge SE&I for the Space Force's Space System Command. We support the Space Force's acquisition of state-of-the-art MILSATCOM systems, providing secure global, survivable, and protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems. You will join the Systems Integration team within the broader Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space...