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Space/Ground Systems Engineer

Employer
SAIC
Location
Chantilly, VA
Closing date
Mar 6, 2021

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Job ID: 213243 *Location: * CHANTILLY , VA , US *Date Posted: *2021-03-03 *Category: *Engineering and Sciences *Subcategory: *Systems Engineer *Schedule: *Full-time *Shift: *Day Job *Travel: *No *Minimum Clearance Required: *TS/SCI with Poly *Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: *None *Potential for Remote Work: *No *Description* Join a winning team!A' SAIC's National Security Customer Group (NSCG) is currently hiring for a customer within the Intelligence Community (IC) in Chantilly, VA. This customer is responsible for designing, building, and operating national security-related systems based in space, in the air, and on the ground. SAIC is a strong company providing opportunities for energetic individuals with a strong desire to expand their knowledge while increasing their responsibilities. A' SAICA' has an opening for a Space/Ground Systems Engineer to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) services to an IC customer. The customer organization we support provides the enterprise architecting, analysis, and systems engineering solutions that determine the current and future national space systems. A' Responsibilities include but are not limited to:A' * Working across multiple Directorates and Offices to identify and define future space capability needs * Frequent interaction with government, SETA, FFRDC, and external stakeholders * Identifying and defining future space capability needs * Identifying key architecture and system level trades * Developing Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) for new capabilities and coordinating them across the affected organizations * Developing enterprise, system, functional, performance, and interface requirements * Supporting resiliency activities/initiatives on behalf of the customer * Manage the Request for Change (RFC) process as it relates to updating requirement baselines * Preparing briefings for senior decision makers *Qualifications* * Bachelor's degree in STEM (science, technical, engineering, math) or related discipline with at least 5A' years of relevant experience OR in lieu of degree years of experienceA' are acceptable * Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph * Proficient knowledge of satellite communications systems * Proficient knowledge of ground terminal development * Proven experience in requirements development and definition activities to include stakeholder engagement and customer needs elicitation * Proven experience in core systems engineering and analysis disciplines and processes * Working knowledge of enterprise architectures and associated DoDAF views * Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and energetic environment * Strong oral and written communication skills Desired Skills: * Advanced degree in STEM (science, technical, engineering, math) or related discipline * Prior experience in satellite communications systems * Experience with IC customer's RFC process and the Engineering Review Board process * Working knowledge of bandwidth efficient modulation schemes * Systems Tool Kit (STK) certification * Experience in Rhapsody and SysML applications * Prior US military and/or IC customer experience SAIC is a premier technology integrator solving our nation's modernization and readiness challenges. Our offerings across defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets include high-end solutions in engineering, IT, and mission outcomes. We integrate the best components from our portfolio with our partner's ecosystem to deliver innovative and effective solutions. We are 25,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, VA, SAIC has annual revenues of nearly $7.1 billion. For information, visit [saic.com](or [Working at SAIC](for benefits details. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer empowering people no matter their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive and respectful work culture that values all.

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