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Solutions Architect Chief

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$240K - $280K/yr

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How much do chief solutions jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief solutions in Reston, VA is $129,430.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96,800.00 and $151,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chief Solutions vs Solutions Architect?

AspectChief SolutionsSolutions Architect
Primary RoleOversees overall solutions strategy and aligns technology with business goalsDesigns and implements specific technical solutions to meet client needs
Required CredentialsTypically advanced degrees, leadership experience, certifications in project management or enterprise architectureTechnical certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure), relevant degrees, and experience in system design
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, strategic planning, cross-department collaborationTechnical teams, project-based, client-facing
Industry UsageCommon in large enterprises and consulting firmsCommon in IT, software development, cloud services

While both roles focus on solutions, the Chief Solutions is a strategic leader overseeing overall solutions architecture and business alignment, whereas the Solutions Architect is a technical expert designing specific solutions to meet client or project needs.

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Infographic showing various Chief Solutions job openings in Reston, VA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $129,430 per year, or $62.2 per hour.

Solutions Architect Chief

SAIC

Chantilly, VA • On-site

$240K - $280K/yr

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Posted 17 days ago

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7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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Job description

Job ID: 2615098
Location: Chantilly, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-08-13
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Solutions Archt
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI with Poly
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_HYBRID
Description
SAIC's Solutions & Technology group is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to join the Solutions & Technology group. The position is preferred to be based out of Chantilly, VA but open to a hybrid role in Reston, VA or Arlington, VA. Reporting directly to the Intel Space CTO, this individual will serve as a technical cornerstone of SAIC's capture and proposal efforts, translating complex government requirements into compelling, winning technical solutions. This role demands a self-starter who thrives in ambiguous environments and can architect innovative solutions from the ground up across a diverse portfolio of government opportunities. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI Clearance with the ability to get a Polygraph.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead technical solution development for new captures and proposals in response to government RFPs, RFIs, and Sources Sought notices in support of IC and DoW programs
  • Author and develop technical volumes, white papers, and solution narratives from concept to completion with minimal direction
  • Analyze and decompose complex government requirements across a wide variety of mission areas and technical domains
  • Collaborate with capture managers, business development leads, and subject matter experts to shape technically differentiated winning strategies
  • Drive technical innovation by identifying and integrating emerging technologies, architectures, and methodologies into proposed solutions
  • Develop solution architectures including system designs, technical approaches, and implementation roadmaps tailored to customer needs
  • Willingness to develop capability prototypes and architect solutions
  • Engage with government customers and stakeholders during pre-RFP shaping activities to influence requirements and positioning
  • Support cost and pricing teams by providing technical basis of estimates and work breakdown structures
  • Maintain awareness of the competitive landscape, industry trends, and government priorities within the Intel domain

Qualifications
  • Bachelors Degree and 18 years of experience. Masters and 14 years of experience.
  • Minimum 8+ years of experience in systems engineering, solutions architecture, or a related technical discipline
  • Candidates must have an active TS/SCI Clearance with the ability to get a Poly.
  • Familiarity with IC systems, community customers and mission sets
  • Demonstrated experience working within the defense industry supporting U.S. Government customers, specifically IC or Classified Space Customers.
  • Proven track record of supporting or leading technical proposals in response to government RFPs
  • Experience working in or supporting capture and business development activities
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field

Technical Skills:
  • Familiarity with government acquisition processes and proposal development lifecycles
  • Ability to develop end-to-end technical solutions across complex, multi-disciplinary problem sets in Space Systems, IT Systems, GEOINT or SIGINT domains
  • Comfort operating across a broad range of technical domains

Soft Skills:
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with an ability to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences
  • High tolerance for ambiguity and ability to structure solutions with incomplete information
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent proposals under tight deadlines

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience with space systems, satellite architectures, ground systems, or space domain awareness
  • Background in IT services, cloud solutions, or managed services for government customers
  • Prior experience in a Solutions Architect or Chief Engineer role on large government programs
  • Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
  • Comfortable to use LLMs, write code and create prototype tools

Target salary range: $240,001 - $280,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .

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