Nuclear Detection Systems Engineer — Hybrid/TS-Eligible

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

Job summary

SAIC in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Systems Engineer with DoD space program experience to support the Nuclear Detection System capabilities. You will work on requirements, baselines, and verification while coordinating with government and contractors to ensure mission success.

The role requires a Sec Clearance with willingness to upgrade to TS; travel up to 10%; full‑time daytime schedule in a national security environment in the greater Los Angeles area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s with DoD space/ground system development experience
• Active Secret with willingness to obtain Top Secret clearance
• Strong leadership and communication abilities

Responsibilities

• Define and allocate system requirements in DOORS; refine concepts and verification methods
• Maintain program technical baseline and RFC process for requirements and ICDs
• Collaborate with government, contractors, and end users to align needs
• Develop briefings and assessments for government leadership and diverse audiences

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Systems development

DoD knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

SAIC in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Systems Engineer with DoD space program experience to support the Nuclear Detection System capabilities. You will work on requirements, baselines, and verification while coordinating with government and contractors to ensure mission success.

The role requires a Sec Clearance with willingness to upgrade to TS; travel up to 10%; full‑time daytime schedule in a national security environment in the greater Los Angeles area.