Operations Facility & Logistics Engineer

SAIC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an Operations Facility & Logistics Engineer in Chantilly, VA to manage project scope, cost, schedule, and performance while overseeing the logistics of secure operations facilities for sensitive space programs.

You will coordinate across government and contractor sites, lead facilities planning, and ensure readiness, cost efficiency, and reduced downtime in a dynamic, fast-paced environment requiring strong leadership and cross-agency collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 9+ years (or Master's with 7+ years) of applicable experience.
• Experience in DoD or satellite programs, preferably in a DoD SAP environment.
• Experience managing a project using cost, schedule and performance data.
• Experience providing programmatic support for logistics efforts.
• Familiarity with secure communication procedures for satellite operations centers.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills in government/contractor teams.
• Experience with Intelligence Community or the DoD Satellite Program Office best practices.
• Experience facilitating and running large program-level meetings.
• Ability to communicate with senior decision makers with varied programmatic/technical expertise.
• TS/SCI required; SAP experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide SETA for the establishment of an operations center for a major space system.
• Define capabilities and location for the operations center and provide integrated logistics support.
• Ensure operating sites can be used by Operators with daily coordination with stakeholders.
• Serve as operations center leadership’s primary contact to support day-to-day mission execution.
• Develop and maintain facilities plans, coordinating renovations and alterations.
• Assist in stand-up and management of secure/unsecure communications networks and satellite links.
• Coordinate communications between military and intelligence agencies as needed.

Skills

DoD ops

SAP experience

Program management

Secure comms

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Communication

Fast-paced env.

TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Description

Join a mission driven satellite program at the forefront of national defense innovation. Our team is developing cutting edge technologies that directly support critical Department of War priorities, combining both proven and first-of-their-kind capabilities that have never been applied in space. Operating within a fast-paced acquisition environment, we benefit from streamlined authorities and direct access to senior Government decisionmakers, enabling us to move quickly and execute aggressive schedules using the most innovative contracting strategies available.

SAIC is seeking self-directed leaders who skillfully navigate ambiguity, solve complex challenges, and bring diverse expertise to a dynamic environment focused on delivering capability rapidly. Success here requires adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to wear multiple hats in support of a high impact mission. Candidates experienced as USAF/USSF acquisition officers (AFSC: 63A), USAF/USSF civil engineer officers (AFSC 32E), or developmental engineers (AFSC: 62E) leading satellite programs in the USSF (SSC), NRO, or SDA, and/or DAWIA/PMI Program Management will be especially well-prepared to excel.

Job Description

This position is for an Operations Facility & Logistics Engineer in Chantilly, VA supporting cutting-edge and innovative space programs. The Operations Facility & Logistics Engineer combines project management (cost, schedule, performance) with the logistics of running physical operations facilities to ensure secure, compliant operations for a highly sensitive program. In addition, the candidate selected for the Operations Facility & Logistics Engineer role will be responsible for coordinating across various government and contractor sites.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) for the establishment of an operations center for a major space system.
• Lead the effort to define the capabilities and location for the operations center for the specific satellite system, establish the operations center, and provide the integrated logistics support to maintain the operations center. Primary goals are to maximize system readiness, lower total lifecycle costs, and decrease the risk of unexpected system downtime and maintenance delays.
• Ensure the operating sites can be efficiently used by Operators through daily coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as operations center leadership’s primary point of contact to ensure these stakeholders are provided with what they need to execute the mission on a day-to-day basis.
• Develop and maintain facilities plans, synchronizing efforts for facilities renovations, repairs, or alterations.
• Assist in the stand-up and management of communications networks to maintain the integrity and security of classified/unclassified networks, satellite links, and operational software.
• Assist in providing a seamless communication stream between military and intelligence agencies, as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience.
• Experience in operations management in support of DoD or satellite programs (preferably in a DoD SAP environment).
• Experience managing a project by executing a plan based on cost, schedule, and performance data.
• Experience providing programmatic support (evaluate vendor plans, schedules, risks, etc.) for logistics efforts.
• Familiarity with secure communication procedures for satellite operations centers.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environment.
• Experience with the Intelligence Community or the Department of Defense Satellite Program Office best practices.
• Experience facilitating and running large, program-level meetings.
• Ability to communicate with a diverse audience of senior decision makers with varying levels of programmatic and technical expertise.
• Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment with no supervision.
• TS/SCI Required.
• Previous SAP experience desired.

Target salary range: $140,001 - $180,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.