System of Systems Solutions Architect – TS/SCI Clearance

SAIC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented System of Systems Solutions Architect to lead the design, integration, and evolution of DAF Integrated Fires Command and Control Capabilities in Reston, VA. You will oversee multiple inter-operating systems, bridging strategy and execution with emphasis on interoperability, security, and scalable cloud solutions.

Responsibilities include defining frameworks, ensuring data exchange across platforms, maintaining requirements traceability, and guiding

Qualifications

• US Citizen with TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s and 10 years of experience or Master’s degree and 5 years of experience.
• 8+ years of system architecture experience in integrated air missile defense, air defense, or integrated fire control, with at least 3+ years focused on multi-system or SoS coordination.
• Experience with Integrated Fires systems, cloud based USSF/DAF systems, customers and missions.
• Demonstrated experience working with the defense industry supporting US Government customers.
• Proficient in SysML/UML, DOORS for requirements, and scripting or software languages like Python or Java for prototyping and simulation.
• Ability to develop end-to-end technical solutions across complex, multi-disciplinary problem sets in Space Systems, IT Systems, GEOINT or SIGINT domains.
• Deep knowledge of cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, API management, data governance, and cybersecurity protocols.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to translate dense technical concepts into actionable strategies for non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Agile frameworks, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), and enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., DoDAF).
• Ability to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Architectural Design Define the overarching framework, principles, and standards for how multiple independent systems interact and share data.
• Interoperability & Integration Ensure seamless data exchange, communication, and synchronization across platforms, cloud environments, and third-party services.
• Requirements Traceability Link system requirements directly to software components, functional allocations, and verification test constructs.
• Collaborative Environment Management Utilize repository tools like Teamwork Cloud for multi-user configuration control and digital thread integration.
• Cross-Disciplinary Leadership Guide engineering teams through technical interchanges and tasks.
• Stakeholder Collaboration Partner with executive leadership, stakeholders, the chief engineer, the lead systems engineer, product managers, and individual system engineering teams to align technical roadmaps with organizational objectives.
• Risk & Trade-off Analysis Evaluate system performance, security vulnerabilities, and potential bottlenecks; conduct trade studies to optimize reliability and cost.
• Governance & Standards Establish governance processes, compliance frameworks, and interface definitions to guide ongoing development across all component systems.
• Technical Leadership Mentor engineering teams, review subsystem designs, and guide technical consensus during complex problem-solving.

Job description

SAIC is seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented System of Systems Solutions Architect to lead the design, integration, and evolution of DAF Integrated Fires Command and Control Capabilities in Reston, VA. You will oversee multiple inter-operating systems, bridging strategy and execution with emphasis on interoperability, security, and scalable cloud solutions.

Responsibilities include defining frameworks, ensuring data exchange across platforms, maintaining requirements traceability, and guiding