Spacecraft Software Factory Representative

SAIC; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 160,001 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Factory Representative located in Aurora, CO, to oversee software development on a satellite program. You will be the primary liaison between government stakeholders and software teams, ensuring technical alignment with mission goals.

The ideal candidate requires an active TS/SCI clearance and has extensive experience in Agile development and systems engineering. The role supports significant system acquisitions and offers a competitive salary range of $160,001 - $200,000.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
• 9+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or 7+ years with a Master's.
• Knowledge of systems engineering practices and Agile principles.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact between government and software teams.
• Translate user needs into technical requirements.
• Advise on IC program management processes.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Agile software development

Interpersonal skills

Experience with Jira

Experience with Confluence

Strong organizational skills

Ability to learn and adapt

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in relevant field

Master of Science degree in relevant field

Tools

Configuration management tools

Job description

Position Overview

SAIC is seeking a Factory Representative to oversee software development on a satellite program. The position is located in Aurora, CO and requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

The role supports a program office for a Major System Acquisition. The ideal candidate is a mid‑career engineer with technical expertise in software and systems engineering, experienced acting independently as an ambassador for the program office.

As the Factory Representative, you will serve as a trusted technical liaison bridging government stakeholders and developer software teams for a major program acquisition. You will ensure that the software under development for the satellite manufacturer meets launch and sustainment mission requirements and adheres to IC acquisition processes. You will build relationships with the developer and communicate wins and challenges back to the program management office in Chantilly, VA to ensure cost, schedule and performance targets are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact between government leadership and software development teams to align technical capabilities with mission goals.
• Translate complex, evolving user needs into technical requirements for the software factory's pipelines.
• Advise on IC program management processes, assisting with technical feasibility analysis, cost realism, and risk assessment for software procurement.
• Drive operational rhythm by coordinating between engineering, mission and contract teams, ensuring Agile/DevSecOps practices are followed.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field plus 9+ years of professional relevant experience, or Master of Science degree plus 7+ years of experience; additional years may be substituted for a degree.
• Knowledge of systems engineering practices, including requirements management, verification and validation.
• Experience in Agile software development, preferably software for satellite systems.
• Experience in satellite operations, preferably with government intelligence satellite systems.
• Experience with verification sell‑off of requirements.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycles (SDLC), DevSecOps processes or cloud architecture.
• Strong interpersonal skills for presenting technical, schedule and resource updates to senior stakeholders.
• Experience in IC acquisition and program management principles.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to master different tools; experience with configuration management tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles and project lifecycle phases, especially in space systems development.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic project environment.
• Available to travel occasionally domestically.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in space system development or satellite integration.
• Solid understanding of DoD/IC satellite systems and architectures.
• Experience in defense and intelligence community acquisition and program management processes.
• Fluency in a coding language (JavaScript, HTML, Python, Microsoft VBA).
• Solid understanding of the DOD and/or IC acquisition process and related milestones.
• Familiarity with space systems, ground support and hardware acquisitions.
• Understanding of full life‑cycle system support from procurement to launch, including requirement analysis, tracking, system design, development through system test, installation and sell‑off, delivery, and hardware development, testing, analysis and verification.

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability