Acquisition Systems Engineer — Space & IC (TS/SCI)

SAIC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an Acquisition Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA to join the Air Force, Space and Intelligence Business Group (AFSI). The role provides acquisition discipline for IC/DoD programs, developing and implementing ground-based systems and prototypes, while coordinating with government staff and development teams.

The position requires deep expertise in acquisition processes, documentation, and budgeting, plus the ability to track progress and advise during evaluations.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Poly clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree with 14+ years related experience or Master’s degree with 12+ years.
• Strong acquisition and contracting support experience of 5+ years (NRO experience preferred).
• Excellent attention to detail, oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of FAR, NAM, contract types and acquisition processes.

Responsibilities

• Work with government staff to develop acquisition strategies and documentation.
• Develop program acquisition packages for government review.
• Review, vet, and approve acquisition documents such as sole source justification, SOWs, CDRLs.
• Draft common acquisition artifacts (SOWs, Contract Data Requirements Lists).
• Draft contractual documents for government contracts officer review and signature.
• Provide acquisition advisory services during evaluations of proposals.

Skills

Acquisition strategy

Contracting support

Communication

Agile SAFe

Briefing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 14 years related experience or Master’s degree + 12 years related experience

Active TS/SCI with Poly

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

SAIC is seeking an Acquisition Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA to join the Air Force, Space and Intelligence Business Group (AFSI). The role provides acquisition discipline for IC/DoD programs, developing and implementing ground-based systems and prototypes, while coordinating with government staff and development teams.

The position requires deep expertise in acquisition processes, documentation, and budgeting, plus the ability to track progress and advise during evaluations.