Senior Systems Engineer

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

Job summary

SAIC seeks a Terrestrial Sensor Subject Matter Expert for our Fort Belvoir, VA location. The role centers on translating hardware, software, and field capabilities into actionable requirements and acquisition-ready documentation for INSCOM G7.

You will lead the creation of CDDs/ICDs, synchronize sensor data with operations, and advise leadership on gaps and technology solutions. Requires TS/SCI with poly and 10+ years in related roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 9+ years of experience; Master's with 7+ years; PhD/JD with 4+ years.
• Deep technical knowledge of Army terrestrial sensing platforms including SIGINT, EW, Cyberspace and EO/IR sensors.
• Experience integrating terrestrial sensors into broader networks and cloud environments.
• Familiarity with JCIDS, Defense Acquisition System and intelligence data dissemination.

Responsibilities

• Act as INSCOM G7's primary technical expert on terrestrial sensor programs at GO/FO forums and PM reviews.
• Lead development and staffing of terrestrial sensor requirements documents and operational concepts.
• Coordinate sensor integration with INSCOM G3, G6 and Army Cyber Command for data feeds to analytics platforms.
• Provide recommendations via white papers and memos on emerging terrestrial sensing technologies and gaps.
• Ensure alignment of sensor systems with the Intelligence/SIGINT/Cyber enterprise and data lakes.

Skills

Terrestrial sensing platforms

Army SIGINT

Defense JCIDS processes

Data integration

Smart sensor networks

Education

Bachelor's degree + 9+ years

Master's degree + 7+ years

PhD/JD + 4+ years

Job description

Minimum Clearance Required TS.SCI

Job ID 2618083

Location Fort Belvoir, VA, US

Date Posted 2026-10-19

Category Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory Systems Engineer

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required TS.SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain TS/SCI with Poly

Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC has an immediate need for a Terrestrial Sensor SME to support our team located at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.

The Terrestrial Sensor SME acts as the US Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM) G7’s primary technical expert, translating complex hardware, software, and physical layer capabilities into strategic requirements, acquisition-ready documentation, and actionable operational integration plans.

Responsibilities

• Be INSCOM G7's primary technical expert on terrestrial sensor programs (e.g., TLS-BCT, TLS-Echelons Above Division) at GO/FO level forums, PM (Program Manager) reviews, and Joint/Army modernization working groups.
• Lead the development, drafting, and staffing of terrestrial sensor requirements documents (CDDs, ICDs) and operational concepts to influence the JCIDS process and future Army acquisitions.
• Synchronize terrestrial sensor integration with INSCOM G3 (Operations), G6 (Communications/IT), and Army Cyber Command to ensure sensor data feeds seamlessly into the wider intelligence architecture.
• Provide feasible and actionable recommendations to INSCOM G7 leadership via white papers, technical assessments, and Army Memos regarding emerging terrestrial sensing technologies, capability gaps, and material solutions.
• Oversee the alignment of terrestrial sensor systems with the Intelligence/SIGINT/Cyber enterprise, ensuring local sensor data is ingestible by advanced analytics platforms and cloud environments.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience.

Qualifications

• Deep technical knowledge of Army terrestrial sensing platforms, to include Tactical Land Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), Electronic Warfare (EW), Cyberspace, and electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensors.
• Demonstrated experience integrating terrestrial sensors into broader networks and processing systems (e.g., PM EW&C systems, DCGS-A, tactical communications fabrics, and cloud-based data lakes).
• Proven track record navigating the Army Requirements Determination, JCIDS, and Defense Acquisition System pathways specifically for intelligence or electronic sensor payloads.
• Expert understanding of tactical data dissemination, sensor-to-shooter links, and processing/analytics principles that turn raw terrestrial sensor data into combat-ready intelligence.
• Exceptional ability to translate highly complex technical specifications (e.g., frequency ranges, gain, sensor processing limitations) into plain-language mission impacts for senior military leaders.
• Capacity to independently identify capability gaps in current terrestrial fleets, evaluate emerging commercial/defense tech, and formulate mitigation strategies.

Clearance

• Candidate must have an active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI Poly.

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