Satellite Systems Engineer

Description + Serve as a member of the Program Office technical staff for designing, developing, and integrating complete satellite systems, including spacecraft bus, payload, and ground subsystems + Translate mission requirements into detailed technical specifications + Assist with development and definition of interfaces between multiple system elements + Perform system-level trade studies to optimize performance, cost, and risk + Execute and manage multiple systems engineering processes within the government program office + Provide technical oversight to contractors and vendors, ensuring designs meet all program requirements and interface requirements, and processes are compliant with specified standards + Oversee integration and test activities, including requirements verification and environmental testing + Collaborate with customers, stakeholders, and operators to develop mission objectives, use cases, employment scenarios, and Concepts of Operations + Oversee prime contractorsu2019 development and ensure systems meet customer requirements, risk tolerance, budget, and schedule, while assessing technical solutions and recommending Courses of Action (COA) + Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure system integration and mission success. Foster communication and alignment among team members to identify challenges and corresponding solutions + Evaluate prime contractor performance at milestone reviews by analyzing compliance with technical requirements, and quality of deliverables. Offer recommendations to improve project outcomes and likelihood of success + Identify and manage risks throughout the systems engineering lifecycle by conducting risk assessments, developing, implementing, and monitoring mitigation strategies, and evaluating potential impacts on mission objectives Qualifications + Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph + Experience with the Intelligence Community and/or the Department of Defense Program Office best practices + Bachelors and 5 years of relevant experience; OR Masters and 3 years of relevant experience + At least 4 years experience working on a Government or Commercial satellite program + Effective interpersonal skills (across multiple groups, offices, and organizations) and strong briefing and writing skills + Ability to communicate to a diverse audience of senior decision makers with varying levels of programmatic and technical expertise + Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills + Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment with no supervision Desired Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related STEM field + Deep knowledge of satellite subsystems, including Attitude and Orbit Control (ADCS), power, propulsion, communications (RF), and thermal control + Experience implementing model-based systems engineering (MBSE) in SysML and familiarity with MBSE tools such as Cameo REQNUMBER: 2611987SAIC 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: 2026-05-01