Space Systems Engineer

SAIC • El Segundo, CA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an experienced Space Systems Engineer to lead a complex systems acquisition within the Space Combat Power systems portfolio in support of the U.S. Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC). This on-site position in El Segundo, California, is an embedded role supporting the Government and applying advanced systems engineering principles to shape and deliver next-generation capabilities. The work emphasizes tailored rapid acquisition frameworks and integration of space, ground, and mission segments. The engineer will support program planning, risk mitigation, technical oversight, and execution, and will serve as the lead technical representative for a major space system acquisition.

The position requires a bachelor's degree and at least 14 years of applicable experience, or a master's degree and at least 12 years of experience. Candidates must have experience leading systems engineering teams focused on integrating complex space and/or ground systems, and experience with tools such as Cameo, JIRA, and Confluence. An in-scope T5 or SSBI security background investigation adjudicated for SCI eligibility is required, along with enrollment in Continuous Evaluation if applicable. Candidates must be willing to be nominated for access to Sensitive Compartment Information and Special Access Programs and to consent to a polygraph examination. The role requires a TS/SCI clearance and the ability to obtain TS/SCI with Poly. Travel is 25% of the time. The target salary range is $200,001–$240,000, based on experience and other factors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 14 or more years of applicable experience, or master's degree and 12 or more years of experience.
• Experience leading systems engineering teams focused on integration of complex space and/or ground systems.
• Experience using tools such as Cameo, JIRA, and Confluence.
• An in-scope security background investigation (T5 or SSBI), adjudicated for SCI eligibility, and enrollment in the Continuous Evaluation program if applicable.
• Must be willing to be nominated for access to Sensitive Compartment Information and Special Access Programs and to consent to a polygraph examination.
• Minimum clearance required: TS/SCI; must be able to obtain TS/SCI with Poly.

Responsibilities

• Support the Government program manager as the lead technical representative for a major space system acquisition.
• Engage with development contractors to evaluate designs, models, and integration and test plans.
• Manage Government system-level requirements and enterprise interfaces.
• Oversee payload integration and manage interface control with stakeholders.
• Perform ground-segment system integration and deployment into operations, including developing concepts of operation (CONOPS).
• Oversee requirements verification and validation.
• Assess program risks and provide actionable recommendations to the chief engineer and program manager.
• Collaborate independently with Government program office representatives, FFRDC, SETA, and contractor personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior