Space-to-Ground Systems Integration Lead

Saic; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 160,001 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA to lead space-to-ground integration for OPIR satellites. You will manage interface requirements, MBSE artifacts, and ICD updates for SV and ground processing, coordinating with contractors and the U.S.

Space Force. The role requires TS/SCI clearance (poly desirable), a strong background in system architectures and interface development, and experience with DoDAF/CONOPS in space programs.

Qualifications

• Must have TS/SCI clearance (willing to obtain poly).
• Master’s Degree + 12+ years or Bachelor’s +14+ years in DoD/NRO space systems.
• Experience developing system architectures and interfaces.
• Familiarity with MBSE tools and interface control documents.
• Proven ability to write and brief technical documents.
• Experience with SPACE/GROUND integration and DoD acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate space-to-ground ICD and draft/interface updates.
• Evaluate changes to C2 requirements for SV and Mission Payloads.
• Assess interface impacts from secondary payload changes.
• Use MBSE tools (Sparx EA, Cameo) for ICD updates.
• Refine technical requirements to state interface capabilities.
• Support modeling, trade analyses, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with contractors, government personnel, and Space Force.
• Refine DoDAF views and CONOPS to align interfaces.
• Conduct formal reviews of interface documents; baseline interfaces.

Skills

MBSE

Systems engineering

Interface design

Technical documentation

Agile practices

Education

Master's Degree in Math/Science/Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Math/Science/Engineering

Tools

DOORS

Sparx EA

Cameo

Active Risk Manager

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA to lead space-to-ground integration for OPIR satellites. You will manage interface requirements, MBSE artifacts, and ICD updates for SV and ground processing, coordinating with contractors and the U.S.

Space Force. The role requires TS/SCI clearance (poly desirable), a strong background in system architectures and interface development, and experience with DoDAF/CONOPS in space programs.