Senior Systems Engineer & Integrator – GEOINT

SAIC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer/Integrator with GEOINT experience to join a USG program in Chantilly, VA. The role supports R&D on AI/ML algorithms and transition of new tech into satellite ground systems.

You will work in an agile team with cloud and cross‑domain expertise to deliver integrated systems. Responsibilities span architecture, DevSecOps, governance, and collaboration with government stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to produce reports, briefs, and governance material.
• Experience with IT systems, architecture, and DevSecOps processes.
• Familiarity with GEOINT and government programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of current and future system requirements, architecture and ConOps.
• Ensure capabilities integrate into existing IT landscape and DevSecOps processes.
• Develop strategic IT system plans including new technologies.
• Conduce reviews to identify cost-saving and performance improvements.
• Lead architecture and engineering across the program with stakeholders.
• Support DevSecOps practices in a consistent and progressive manner.
• Create governance documentation: SOPs, articles, guides and reports.
• Organize governance boards, meetings, and control gates as needed.
• Coordinate with POCs to update plans and mitigate IT health risks.
• Identify transition plans and document O&M activities.
• Coordinate across teams to ensure requirements are met and communicate results.
• Work with teams and external stakeholders through all systems engineering phases.
• Identify and manage project risks and interface to resolve issues.
• Support infrastructure strategy and transition of on-prem to cloud.
• Assess new technologies with cost-benefit analyses for business needs.
• Collaborate with leaders to translate business needs into initiatives.
• Mentor infrastructure team and support capacity planning.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Judgement

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree + 14+ years experience

Master's degree + 12+ years experience

PhD/JD + 9+ years experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer/Integrator with GEOINT experience to join a USG program in Chantilly, VA. The role supports R&D on AI/ML algorithms and transition of new tech into satellite ground systems.

You will work in an agile team with cloud and cross‑domain expertise to deliver integrated systems. Responsibilities span architecture, DevSecOps, governance, and collaboration with government stakeholders.