Integration Lead

SAIC•Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Integration Lead to join our team supporting unique complex IT and SIGINT solutions. In this leadership role, you will serve as the primary requirements and the systems, applications, and architectures designed to meet them. You will lead a cross-functional integration and engineering team, drive integration and migration planning, and serve as the ultimate advocate for client mission success. This position may require on-site support at customer locations and will directly support ISR and C4ISR programs.

Requirements

Deep expertise in systems integration, IT architecture, and/or SIGINT solution design
Demonstrated experience supporting intelligence community (IC) or DoD programs, particularly ISR and/or C4ISR environments
Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, integration methodologies, and migration planning
Proven ability to lead and manage multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Experience developing and managing program budgets, schedules, and performance metrics
Ability to interpret and apply organizational and contractual policies in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Comfortable operating in project-based, customer-facing environments, including on-site engagements

Responsibilities

Lead the integrating and implementation of designs and architectures across and into multiple systems and platforms
Translate complex client and mission requirements into detailed system designs and Integration specifications, for scaled IT and SIGINT solutions
Conduct in-depth analysis of intelligence information requirements, and operational environments
Develop and maintain planning baselines to support program execution and technical decision-making
Lead the creation and management of integration schedules, migration plans, and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with program objectives and client needs
Serve as the authoritative voice for the client, ensuring all technical solutions directly address identified business problems and mission requirements
Interact frequently with internal and external senior management and customer representatives regarding projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and contractual matters
Lead and deliver briefings and technical meetings for both internal stakeholders and external customer representatives
Support business process improvement initiatives and systems analysis efforts across mission, systems, and fiscal domains
Support ISR and C4ISR program clients with integration strategy, technical planning, and execution oversight
Assist in the analysis and documentation of intelligence information requirements
Contribute to the development of budgets, schedules, and performance standards in support of program goals
Provide project-based support, including potential on-site engagement at customer facilities
Works closely and effectively with the Chief Engineer to understand design decisions and outcomes that meet customer expectations.
Directly manage and mentor subordinate engineers and experienced specialist staff who operate with significant latitude and independence
Provide clear direction, delegate assignments effectively, and establish accountability across the team for daily work
Establish operational objectives and work plans for one or more departments or functional areas
Collaborate with senior management to review operational outcomes and ensure organizational objectives are being met
Establish and enforce operating policies and procedures that govern departmental and cross-functional work units
Interpret and apply company-wide policies and procedures to ensure consistent, compliant operations