Payload Integration Engineer - Space Systems, TS/SCI+Poly

SAIC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is looking for a Payload Integration Engineer in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on supporting innovative space programs by guiding the development, verification, and deployment of critical space systems. The candidate will track integration efforts, assess risk, lead impact studies, and support verification and validation processes. A bachelor's degree plus 14 years of experience in a relevant field is required. Candidates must have active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph.

Qualifications

• TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience.
• Prior experience with satellite systems design, requirements, development, integration and test.
• Active TS/SCI with current Poly Required.

Responsibilities

• Support the System Program Office in a technical capacity for acquisition planning.
• Provide programmatic and technical support on payload trades.
• Assist in the development of Interface Control Documents (ICDs).

Skills

System integration and test experience with space systems

Knowledge and application of Systems Engineering processes

Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills

Ability to communicate with diverse audiences

Education

Bachelor's degree and 14+ years experience

Master's degree and 12+ years experience

Job description

SAIC is looking for a Payload Integration Engineer in Chantilly, VA. The role focuses on supporting innovative space programs by guiding the development, verification, and deployment of critical space systems. The candidate will track integration efforts, assess risk, lead impact studies, and support verification and validation processes. A bachelor's degree plus 14 years of experience in a relevant field is required. Candidates must have active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph.