Space Communication Systems Engineer

SAIC•Chantilly, VA

1d•$160,001 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a Space Communication Systems Engineer to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support to the NRO GEOINT System Integration and Architecture (GSIA) office. The role supports defining future space communication architecture and includes leading and supporting space capability studies and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). The successful candidate will bring demonstrated satellite experience and provide technical and programmatic insight into a range of space communication system capabilities. Work is performed independently as well as in a dynamic, team-based environment. The engineer will work with Government customer leads and subject matter experts to support GSIA’s GEOINT space capability studies for the NRO. Responsibilities include assessing system performance and modeling and simulation results, evaluating architecture and system designs, supporting requirements development and traceability, and contributing to acquisition planning and documentation. Approximately 10% domestic travel is expected. The position is on-site in Chantilly, Virginia, and requires an active TS/SCI with Poly clearance. The target salary range is $160,001–$200,000. SAIC describes itself as a mission integrator serving defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets, with approximately 23,000 employees.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience with communication systems and the NRO enterprise.
Demonstrated satellite experience.
Knowledge of national space systems, NRO infrastructure, communication networks, and ground processing networks.
Understanding of current and potential capabilities of space communication system providers and their satellite systems, including distributed and proliferated communication systems.
Strong systems engineering, program management, and/or configuration management skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to establish trust-based relationships to help guide high-functioning, multifaceted teams.
Experience leading high-performance technical teams and ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Technical expertise and communication skills sufficient to interface with all levels.
Ability to conduct analyses and evaluations, make recommendations, provide professional advice and assistance, and prepare reports and presentation briefings.
Ability to apply domain knowledge and summarize information and findings for presentation to Government leadership.
Comfort working in a high-tempo environment and flexibility to adjust to dynamic technical guidance.
Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI with Poly clearance; the posting states this is the minimum clearance required and that no higher clearance level must be obtained.
Approximately 10% travel within the United States.
Bachelor’s degree and 14 or more years of experience, or master’s degree and 12 or more years of experience, or Ph.D. and 9 or more years of experience.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in STEM, Systems Engineering, or Project Management is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with Government customer leads and subject matter experts to support GSIA, the office responsible for GEOINT space capability studies for the NRO.
Participate in external, program office, and developer-sponsored forums, including working groups, IPTs, and boards, to ensure GSIA program office equities are protected.
Assess technical performance and modeling and simulation results.
Identify risks to program plans and schedules and support development of acquisition plans.
Assist with execution of design trade studies.
Evaluate system and architecture designs to determine whether proposed architectures and supporting system capabilities meet required performance thresholds.
Coordinate across Government teams to research, gather, conceptualize, identify, and capture architecture and system requirements.
Assist in managing requirements development, flow-down, and traceability.
Support acquisition planning activities and prepare documentation for Government review and approval.
Lead and support space capability studies and IPTs.