Sr. Systems Engineer Integrator

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

Job summary

SAIC seeks a Sr. Systems Engineer Integrator in Chantilly, VA to support a large SETA program for the NRO GED. The role focuses on end-to-end requirements closure, enterprise systems engineering, and integration across space program environments, including I&W/I&C domains.

The candidate will lead cross-functional integration efforts, drive migration planning, and advocate for mission success in a fast-paced, on-site setting. 15+ years of IC/DoD experience and TS/SCI w Poly clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Systems Engineering, Computer Science/Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or similar; 14+ years experience; Master’s 12+ years; PhD/JD 9+ years (degree substitutions allowed).
• Active Top Secret/SCI with poly clearance.
• 15+ years of experience in systems integration, IT architecture, or SIGINT solution design.
• Experience supporting IC/DoD programs with systems engineering, integration, testing, and documentation.
• Excellent communication, budgeting, scheduling, and performance metrics experience.
• On-site engagements and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration planning, design, and execution across enterprise cloud and tactical edge environments.
• Translate integration requirements into interface control documents, API specifications, and data exchange agreements for cross-domain sharing.
• Serve as the primary liaison between Government, vendors, and development teams for captured, traceable requirements.
• Evaluate and validate platform integration capabilities including data onboarding, credential authority, and interoperability across security domains.
• Participate in product demonstrations, design reviews, and agile development cycles for solution compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify risks, dependencies, and gaps in the program lifecycle.
• Lead the integration across multiple systems and platforms and mentor junior engineers.
• Develop and maintain baselines for program execution and technical decision-making.

Skills

Systems integration

IT architecture

SIGINT design

Cross-domain integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job ID 2615970

Location Chantilly, VA, US

Date Posted 2026-08-20

Category Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory Systems Engineer

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel No

Minimum Clearance Required TS.SCI_wPoly

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain None

Potential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is seeking an Sr. Systems Engineer Integrator in Chantilly, VA to support SAIC’s large SETA program, supporting the NRO’s Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED), Advanced Ground Office. With a background in support to Space Programs providing Enterprise Systems Engineering and Integration, you will work with stakeholders to provide end-to-end closure of requirements for space programs (Indications and Warnings (I&W)/ Integration and Closure (I&C)), consult with Government leads, develop CONOPS, participate in verification, test and systems integration efforts, and conduct gap identification, analysis, and assessments. In this senior role, you will serve as a cross-functional integrator, drive integration and migration planning, and serve as the ultimate advocate for client mission success. This position requires on-site support at customer locations and is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in complex, mission-critical environments.

Key Responsibilities to include

• Lead integration planning, design, and execution across enterprise cloud and tactical edge environments, ensuring seamless interoperability between systems, data services, and third-party applications within an open-architecture framework.
• Translate integration requirements into technically sound interface control documents, API specifications, and data exchange agreements that support bi-directional, cross-platform data sharing across classified and unclassified network domains.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison between Government stakeholders, vendors, and development teams to ensure integration requirements are accurately captured, communicated, traceable, and verifiable throughout the program lifecycle.
• Evaluate and validate platform integration capabilities including data onboarding and normalization, credential authority, object databases, API performance, and interoperability across multiple security domains.
• Participate in product demonstrations, design reviews, and agile development cycles, providing rapid technical assessment of integration solution compliance against documented requirements and operational needs.
• Collaborate with vendors, partners, requirements analysts, and Government stakeholders to identify and resolve integration risks, dependencies, and technical gaps throughout the program lifecycle.
• Lead the integrating and implementation of designs and architectures across and into multiple systems and platforms.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of intelligence information requirements and operational environments.
• Develop and maintain planning baselines to support program execution and technical decision-making.
• Lead the creation and management of integration schedules, migration plans, and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with program objectives and client needs.
• Interact frequently with internal and external senior management and customer representatives regarding projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and contractual matters.
• Work closely and effectively with the Architecture Lead to identify, test, and implement technical solutions.
• Directly manage and mentor subordinate engineers and experienced specialist staff who operate with significant latitude and independence.
• Collaborate with senior management to review operational outcomes and ensure organizational objectives are being met.
• Establish and enforce operating policies and procedures that govern departmental and cross-functional work units.
• Interpret and apply government-wide policies and procedures to ensure consistent, compliant operations.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s in Systems Engineering, Computer Science/Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or a similar engineering discipline or technical degree and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience. Relevant experience to be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Active Top Secret/SCI /w Poly
• 15+ years of experience in systems integration, IT architecture, and/or SIGINT solution design.
• Demonstrated experience supporting intelligence community (IC) or DoD programs, particularly systems engineering, systems integration, testing, architectural and engineering documentation.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, integration methodologies, and migration planning.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience developing and managing program budgets, schedules, and performance metrics.
• Ability to interpret and apply organizational and contractual policies in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable operating in project-based, customer-facing environments, including on-site engagements.

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