ESS Terminals Systems Engineer

SAIC; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,001 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an ESS Terminals Systems Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining complex infrastructure, platform, and software systems to support National Leadership Authority capabilities.

You will work with SE&I teams, contractors, and government civilians to provide acquisition management support. Ideal candidates have DoD Secret clearance, 8+ years of engineering, 5+ years in Systems Engineering, and experience with

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or related technical field.
• 8+ years’ engineering experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in Systems Engineering (requirements, baseline development, test planning/integration, verification, validation).
• Experience developing or managing requirements or ICDs for complex systems.
• Strong interpersonal, oral/written communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• On-site work in a secure facility due to security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain complex infrastructure, platform, and software systems supporting National Leadership Authority capabilities.
• Collaborate with outside organizations to analyze requirements and oversee development, delivery, and implementation.
• Lead technical projects and contribute to best practices and documentation.

Skills

DoD clearance

Systems engineering

Requirements development

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or related technical field

Tools

Jira/Confluence

Job description

Job Description

SAIC is seeking an ESS Terminals Systems Engineer to join our team in El Segundo, CA. SAIC is sub-contractor on the Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (MSEIT) contract. The ESS Terminals Systems Engineer will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex infrastructure, platform, and software systems that support National Leadership Authority capabilities. This position requires a deep understanding of system architecture, Protected SATCOM Terminal configurations, and security protocols to ensure robust, scalable, and secure environments. The engineer will collaborate closely with outside organizations to analyze system requirements and oversee development, delivery, and implementation of those requirements. Additionally, the role involves leading technical projects and contributing to the development of best practices and documentation. An ideal candidate would be someone with experience in working with Protected SATCOM Terminals – either operationally or with prior experience on the engineering and integration side. You will join a Systems Engineering team defining the next generation of space communication systems supporting Space Force Military Satellite Communications. You will support Systems Engineering & Integration activities in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment. You will interface and collaborate with SE&I team members, contractors, government civilians and members of the USSF to provide acquisition management development and support.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, or related technical field.
• 8+ years’ engineering experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in Systems Engineering, such as requirements and technical baseline development, test planning and integration, verification, and validation.
• Experience developing or managing requirements or Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for complex systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility.

Desired

• Active Top Secret clearance.
• Master’s degree in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science, or related technical field.
• Experience with MILSATCOM systems, such as AEHF, PTS, EPS, WGS, and FAB-T terminal programs.
• Experience working with military and DoD civilians.
• Experience with ground and airborne systems, such as terminals and networks.
• Knowledge and experience in Agile Development and collaboration tools (Jira/Confluence).
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, INCOSE CSEP or ESEP).

Target salary range $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.