Systems Engineer / Systems Integrator

SAIC•Chantilly, VA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer/Systems Integrator with GEOINT experience to support a USG Program Office leading research and development of artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms. The position supports the development, transition, and integration of new technologies into current or future NRO satellite ground systems. The incumbent will work with GED systems engineers to identify capability gaps and challenges in meeting requirements, and will join an agile R&D team focused on project definition, development, evaluation, and transition of capabilities into operational systems. The role leads systems architecture and engineering efforts across the program and collaborates with Government stakeholders, system integrators, contractors, and technical and functional teams. It supports systems engineering across all phases, DevSeOps processes, infrastructure strategy, and integration of on-premises infrastructure with cloud services. The position is on-site in Chantilly, Virginia, requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Poly, and includes travel up to 10% of the time.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly.
Bachelor’s degree and at least 14 years of experience, master’s degree and at least 12 years of experience, or PhD/JD and at least 9 years of experience.
Interpersonal and communication skills for written reports, group discussions, and oral presentations.
Judgment, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

STEM bachelor’s degree highly desired.
Prior NRO experience.
Familiarity with GEOINT.

Responsibilities

Develop an understanding of current and future operational systems requirements, architecture, and ConOps.
Ensure capabilities are designed to integrate with the existing system architecture, IT landscape, and DevSeOps software delivery processes.
Develop strategic plans for organizational IT systems, including assessing new technologies and recommending their adoption.
Review systems and processes to identify opportunities for cost savings, improved performance, and system consolidation.
Lead system architecture and engineering efforts across the program, collaborating with Government stakeholders, system integrators, and contractors developing systems for production.
Assist in ensuring the DevSeOps process is performed consistently, effectively, and progressively.
Develop technical documentation aligned with the customer’s governance framework, including SOPs, knowledge articles, governance and control gates, training materials, guides, and reports.
Organize and support governance boards, committee meetings, working groups, and control gates as needed.
Coordinate with information system points of contact on plan updates and mitigation strategies to ensure the health of IT systems, networks, and applications.
Identify a transition plan and document recurring system and software operations and maintenance activities.
Coordinate across technical and functional teams to ensure requirements are understood and met, and communicate results verbally and in writing.
Work with teammates and external stakeholders through all phases of the systems engineering process.
Help identify, communicate, and manage project risks.
Interface with teammates to resolve and mitigate problems that arise during implementation.
Support the formation and execution of a coherent infrastructure strategy.
Support strategies for integrating on-premises infrastructure with cloud services, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance.
Assess and recommend new technologies or infrastructure upgrades based on cost-benefit analyses and business needs.
Work with business and IT leaders to translate strategic business needs into actionable infrastructure initiatives.
Guide and mentor the infrastructure team, lead capacity planning, and ensure skill development aligns with technology roadmaps.