Director of Space Systems Engineering & Analysis

Science Applications International Corp.; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC) seeks a Technical Director to lead the technical direction and execution of a crown jewel IC/DoD program based in Aurora, Colorado.

You will manage a team of SMEs in physics, RF, optics, space acquisition, and intelligence analysis to ensure credible, on-time mission products. The role combines hands-on leadership with stakeholder engagement, aligning government and corporate priorities, and guiding trade studies, system integration, and mission

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as physics, engineering, mathematics, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated DoD/IC experience and leadership of technical teams.
• Active TS/SCI clearance (CI polygraph preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across program tasks, setting direction for analysis and mission reporting.
• Lead and mentor SMEs and team leads to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Coordinate with government customers, program manager, and senior leaders to align resources and ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Space systems analysis

Modeling & simulation

Technical leadership

DoD/IC experience

TS/SCI clearance

Stakeholder communication

Mission analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

14+ years experience (12+ with Masters)

Job description

Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC) seeks a Technical Director to lead the technical direction and execution of a crown jewel IC/DoD program based in Aurora, Colorado.

You will manage a team of SMEs in physics, RF, optics, space acquisition, and intelligence analysis to ensure credible, on-time mission products. The role combines hands-on leadership with stakeholder engagement, aligning government and corporate priorities, and guiding trade studies, system integration, and mission