Space Systems Engineer

SAIC • El Segundo, CA

2h • 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, supporting the U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command. Embedded with the Government, this position applies advanced systems engineering principles to shape and deliver next-generation capabilities. The work emphasizes tailored rapid acquisition frameworks and the integration of space, ground, and mission segments, along with program planning, risk mitigation, technical oversight, and execution. The position is located onsite in El Segundo, California, and requires travel approximately 25% of the time.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 14 or more years of applicable experience, or a 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.
• Willingness to be nominated for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information and Special Access Programs, and to consent to a polygraph examination.
• Must be able to obtain TS/SCI with Poly clearance.

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 development of 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