Assembly, Integration, & Test (AI&T) Systems Engineer

SAIC•Chantilly, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) Systems Engineer supports innovative space programs in Chantilly, Virginia. Embedded within a Government program office, the engineer guides concept development, verification, and deployment of a critical space system, bridging system design and deployment. The role provides systems engineering and technical assistance to Government program managers and directors for accelerated space acquisition, mission development, contractor oversight, and program execution. The engineer oversees contractor AI&T activities and supports the rapid assembly, integration, test, launch, and operational readiness of a major satellite system. The position includes cross-contractor integration, acquisition and program management support, technical and programmatic assessments, mission assurance, and regular engagement with Government leadership and contractors. The engineer participates in major program reviews and supports spacecraft and payload systems through integration, test, mission planning, and anomaly resolution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 14 or more years of experience, or a master’s degree and 12 or more years of experience, or a PhD or JD and 9 or more years of experience.
Excellent interpersonal, team-building, and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated effectiveness in a Government/contractor team environment.
Experience providing systems engineering support and technical guidance in the acquisition, development, and deployment of satellite systems.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and interact effectively with DoD personnel, military and civilian personnel, and industry partners.
Ability to facilitate technical discussions with subject matter experts.
Ability to communicate with senior decision makers with varying levels of programmatic and technical expertise.
Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.
TS/SCI clearance required.

Nice To Haves

Previous SAP experience.
Experience as a USAF/USSF acquisition officer (AFSC 63A), civil engineer officer (AFSC 32E), or developmental engineer (AFSC 62E) leading satellite programs in USSF (SSC), NRO, or SDA.
DAWIA/PMI Program Management experience.

Responsibilities

Provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) to Government program managers and directors for space acquisition, mission development, contractor oversight, and program execution.
Oversee assembly, integration, testing, launch, and operational readiness of a major satellite system.
Oversee contractor AI&T activities to ensure technical, cost, schedule, mission assurance, and performance objectives are met.
Lead and support Engineering Review Boards, contractor technical reviews, anomaly resolution, risk mitigation, issue closure, and mission readiness.
Support acquisition plans for the system’s AI&T infrastructure and assess contractor designs at major milestone reviews.
Support program management activities including SOW reviews, requirements development and updates, technical evaluations, milestone payment reviews, Integrated Master Schedule assessments, and requirements verification and sell-off.
Interface with Government leadership and contractors, provide programmatic recommendations, and deliver status updates.
Participate in SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and operational readiness reviews to assess technical maturity, integration progress, mission readiness, and contractor performance.
Develop and review system requirements, interface documentation, CONOPS products, risk assessments, compliance documentation, and technical evaluation packages.
Provide technical oversight and mission assurance support for spacecraft and payload systems, including root cause investigations, corrective actions, and operational planning during integration, test, and mission.