4 electro optical engineer jobs found

Description SAIC is seeking a Electro-Optical (EO) Engineer to join SAIC's Prime SETA program in Chantilly, VA supporting the NRO's Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED). In this role, you will also serve as a trusted technical advisor driving the development and modernization of next-generation EO GEOINT mission processing capabilities. You will collaborate closely with government leaders, development contractors, and mission partners to shape resilient, high-performance solutions that directly support national security priorities. Key Responsibilities to include: Advance EO resiliency initiatives by evaluating emerging technologies, identifying vulnerabilities, and guiding mission-enhancing solutions in partnership with IC stakeholders. Maintain technical cognizance across a broad GEOINT mission processing portfolio, tracking baselines, schedules, dependencies, risks, and cost drivers to ensure program success. Oversee Prime Contractor development efforts, providing...

Description SAIC is seeking a Senior Payload Systems Engineer to provide 100% onsite Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support to a classified Government customer in Chantilly, VA. This role directly supports the development, integration, test, launch, checkout, and on-orbit operations of national security space systems carrying electro-optical (EO) and synthetic aperture radar (SAR) payloads. The selected candidate will provide independent technical analysis, technical review, monitoring of development contractor activities, test data review, and anomaly resolution support, while serving in a customer-facing advisory role to Government stakeholders. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Serve as a primary technical advisor and customer-facing liaison to Government stakeholders on EO and/or SAR payload development, integration, test, launch, checkout, and on-orbit operations. Support planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of multiple...

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 Systems Engineer to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support the NRO Electro-Optical System Program Office (ESPO). Qualified candidates must possess demonstrated systems engineering expertise in requirements management, traceability, and verification. The successful candidate must also have strong working knowledge across a wide variety of Electro-Optical satellite designs, functional, and performance capabilities. The candidate must be able to work both independently and in a team-based environment. Key duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Directly support ESPO as the office responsible for the design, development, manufacturing, integration & test, and launch & initialization of Electro-Optical satellites for the NRO. Represent ESPO equities by providing verification evidence for Enterprise requirements allocated to the program office. Lead in managing requirements...