Solutions Architect Senior Principal

Description SAIC's Solutions & Technology group is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to join the Solutions & Technology group. The position is preferred to be based out of Chantilly, VA but open to a hybrid role in Reston, VA or Arlington, VA. Reporting directly to the Intel Space CTO, this individual will serve as a technical cornerstone of SAIC's capture and proposal efforts, translating complex government requirements into compelling, winning technical solutions. This role demands a self-starter who thrives in ambiguous environments and can architect innovative solutions from the ground up across a diverse portfolio of government opportunities. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI Clearance with the ability to get a Polygraph. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES + Lead technical solution development for new captures and proposals in response to government RFPs, RFIs, and Sources Sought notices in support of IC and DoW programs + Author and develop technical volumes, white papers, and solution narratives from concept to completion with minimal direction + Analyze and decompose complex government requirements across a wide variety of mission areas and technical domains + Collaborate with capture managers, business development leads, and subject matter experts to shape technically differentiated winning strategies + Drive technical innovation by identifying and integrating emerging technologies, architectures, and methodologies into proposed solutions + Develop solution architectures including system designs, technical approaches, and implementation roadmaps tailored to customer needs + Willingness to develop capability prototypes and architect solutions + Engage with government customers and stakeholders during pre-RFP shaping activities to influence requirements and positioning + Support cost and pricing teams by providing technical basis of estimates and work breakdown structures + Maintain awareness of the competitive landscape, industry trends, and government priorities within the Intel domain Qualifications Experience & Background + Bachelors Degree and 14 years of experience. Masters and 12 years of experience. + Minimum 8+ years of experience in systems engineering, solutions architecture, or a related technical discipline + Demonstrated experience working within the defense industry supporting U.S. Government customers + Proven track record of supporting or leading technical proposals in response to government RFPs + Experience working in or supporting capture and business development activities + Bacheloru2019s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field Technical Skills + Familiarity with government acquisition processes and proposal development lifecycles + Ability to develop end-to-end technical solutions across complex, multi-disciplinary problem sets in Space Systems, IT Systems, GEOINT or SIGINT domains + Comfort operating across a broad range of technical domains Soft Skills + Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with an ability to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences + High tolerance for ambiguity and ability to structure solutions with incomplete information + Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities + Ability to manage multiple concurrent proposals under tight deadlines Clearance + Active TS/SCI with the ability to get a Polygraph + Candidates must be U.S. Citizens PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS + Experience with space systems, satellite architectures, ground systems, or space domain awareness + Background in IT services, cloud solutions, or managed services for government customers + Familiarity with IC systems, community customers and mission sets + Prior experience in a Solutions Architect or Chief Engineer role on large government programs + Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field + Comfortable to use LLMs, write code and create prototype tools REQNUMBER: 2610859SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit . For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Created: 2026-04-04