About The Position
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 engineers (AFSC: 62E) leading satellite programs in the USSF (SSC), NRO, or SDA, applying the full range of the systems engineering discipline (e.g., Requirements Development, Architecture, SE milestones: SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.), and/or DAWIA/PMI Program Management will be especially well-prepared to excel. This position is for a Configuration and Risk Management Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA supporting cutting-edge and innovative space programs. This position oversees revision control, risk assessment and the establishment of baselines. The Configuration and Risk Management Engineer will recommend and implement continuous process improvements and track risk assessment. This position requires a strong blend of technical expertise with excellent communication skills with the ability to influence change to guide the successful acquisition and operations of a critical space program.
Requirements
- Strong blend of technical expertise
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to influence change
- USAF/USSF acquisition officers (AFSC: 63A) or developmental engineers (AFSC: 62E) leading satellite programs in the USSF (SSC), NRO, or SDA
- Applying the full range of the systems engineering discipline (e.g., Requirements Development, Architecture, SE milestones: SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.)
- DAWIA/PMI Program Management experience
Responsibilities
- Perform configuration management identification, control, accounting, and audits
- Develop and maintain customer's Configuration Management Plan
- Assess and allocate requests for change
- Review and coordinate on changes to specifications, lnterface Control Documents (ICDs) and system level requirements documentation
- Interface with configuration management personnel in other government offices and with development contractor to coordinate customer’s assessments of requests for change
- Prepare and coordinate customer’s requests for change
- Represent the customer in Enterprise and development contractor CM forums
- Coordinate and facilitate customer control boards (e.g. change control, engineering review, requirements review) and participation in development contractor boards
- Manage structure of data content in configuration management folders
- Attend contractor reviews (e.g. PMRs, PDR, CDR, pre- ship and other meetings) to provide technically based recommendations
- Identify and manage risks throughout the acquisition and systems engineering lifecycle by conducting risk assessments, developing mitigation strategies, and monitoring potential impacts on mission objectives
- Support development and implementation of SE process within a new program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
