Lead Systems Engineer

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Sterling, VA, USA
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Security
The Role
Leads systems engineering for a complex hardware and software development effort. Develops requirements, translates mission objectives into CONOPS, reviews system designs, supports verification and validation, manages risks and schedules, prepares executive briefings, and represents the customer during test events. Requires extensive technical experience, systems engineering leadership, and an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
Summary Generated by Built In

Are you a highly motivated Systems Engineer looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact? SAIC has an immediate opening for an innovative Lead Systems Engineering Technical Advisor (SETA) to provide direct customer support on a critical development effort. This opportunity is part of a dynamic team where your analytical expertise and solution-oriented mindset will drive key system development projects from inception through delivery. Join SAIC and lead the charge in a pivotal role that rewards initiative and innovation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving projects to success, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop system requirements in collaboration with SMEs and stakeholders.
  • Analyze mission-level objectives and translate into clear, stakeholder-oriented operational plans (CONOPS).
  • Strategically review developer's systems designs throughout all phases, including conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs.
  • Collaborate on verification and validation test plans and reviews to ensure systems meet customer objectives.
  • Provide insightful status reports, risk assessments, and identification of opportunities for multiple customer stakeholders.
  • Proactively monitor and manage project schedules to ensure timely delivery.
  • Assist in crafting project review briefings for executive-level milestone presentations.
  • Foster collaborative relationships through timely, precise communication with customer and contractor stakeholders.
  • Represent the customer with authority and expertise during key test events.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly in order to be considered.
  • Bachelor's Degree with 10 or more years of technical experience.
  • Demonstrated experience serving as the Lead Systems Engineer on a complex development project involving hardware and software.
  • Experience with gathering and implementing system requirements.
  • Ability to multi-task on large complex IT efforts.
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with tracking requirements and needs using customer applications/tools.
  • 10 or more years of working in the IC.
  • Experience working the development of autonomous vehicles.
About UsSAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

Skills Required

  • Must currently hold a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 10 or more years of technical experience
  • Experience serving as Lead Systems Engineer on a complex hardware and software development project
  • Experience gathering and implementing system requirements
  • Ability to multitask on large, complex IT efforts
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Familiarity with tracking requirements and needs using customer applications or tools
  • 10 or more years of experience working in the Intelligence Community
  • Experience working on autonomous vehicle development
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The Company
HQ: Stamford, CT
34,000 Employees

What We Do

Spectrum San Diego is a high tech security innovator, specializing in ultra-low-dose X-ray screening systems.

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