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SAIC

Systems Engineers

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Coordinate technical activities across Government, FFRDC, UARC, and industry partners. * Develop engineering documentation including: * Systems Engineering Plans * Interface Control Documents

Arcfield

Senior Systems Engineer Liaison

Aurora, CO · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

Requires frequent interaction with government customer, FFRDC, and development contractors. * Provide communication skills to support written deliverables, group discussion, and oral presentations.

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for ffrdc in Colorado is $46.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.62 and $56.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Working at an FFRDC means you’ll often be part of multidisciplinary teams that bring together experts from academia, industry, and government agencies. Collaboration is central to the role, with frequent cross-functional meetings, research presentations, and joint problem-solving sessions. Team members work together to address complex technical challenges, support federal missions, and ensure research projects are completed to rigorous standards. You can expect a supportive environment that encourages knowledge-sharing and continuous learning, fostering both individual and collective professional growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the FFRDC position, and why are they important?

A job at an FFRDC (Federally Funded Research and Development Center) typically requires an advanced degree in a STEM field, strong analytical skills, and a solid understanding of research methodologies. Familiarity with project management software, data analysis tools, and compliance with federal regulations is often necessary, as are certifications relevant to specialized research areas. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and collaborative skills help individuals excel when working with interdisciplinary teams and government partners. These qualifications are critical to producing innovative solutions and maintaining high standards of research integrity for the federal clients served by FFRDCs.

What is an FFRDC?

An FFRDC (Federally Funded Research and Development Center) job is a position at a nonprofit organization that conducts research and development for the U.S. government. These centers are sponsored by federal agencies and provide expertise in areas such as defense, cybersecurity, healthcare, and engineering. Employees typically work on long-term government projects without direct commercial competition. FFRDCs are managed by universities, corporations, or nonprofits and offer a mix of public service and advanced research opportunities.

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Mission Engineer Requirements Verification

SAIC

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

$160K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

SAIC rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

78th of 223 rated it services

Job description

Job Description
Description
Make a difference for national security by joining a team of dedicated professionals who assist the Space Development Agency in developing and deploying the next generation of satellites and ground systems for missile warning (MW), missile tracking (MT) and missile defense (MD).
SAIC is seeking an experienced Mission Engineer to support the Space Development Agency (SDA) Tranche 3 Program Integration (T3PI) program. This position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance. Desired location is in Chantilly, VA, El Segundo, CA, or the Colorado Springs, CO area(s).
Our T3PI team has a need for a tracking Mission Engineer with experience analyzing space and ground system architectures through mission thread development and simulation. We are looking for innovative, creative, and highly motivated individuals to mature models and build scenarios (GRMs and DRMs) that effectively capture system of systems effects in complex operational environments.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Developing Requirements Verification Trace Matrix (RVTM) for the Enterprise Requirements Document (ERD).
  • Plan data aggregation from component programs, SDA and T3PI analysis to show compliance with the ERD.
  • Reviewing government scenarios from PWSA enterprise and prior tranches to ensure that T3 scenarios are consistent.
  • Developing and briefing data packages that provide analysis results to inform the government decision-makers.
  • Collaborating with prime contractors, other team contractors, government civilians, FFRDC, SETA and members of the SDA.

Qualifications
Required Experience:
  • Bachelors in Math, Science or Engineering and fourteen (14) years or more of demonstrated system engineering and integration experience with space, ground, operations and sustainment segments of DoD or NRO programs with a proven delivery record; or Masters in Math, Science or Engineering and twelve (12) years or more of demonstrated experience .
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Experience working across space and ground segment organizations to coordinate and identify system requirements that ensure end-to-end mission performance requirements are met.
  • Strong understanding of modeling, simulation, and mission analysis techniques and tools.
  • Experienced at self-starting, seeking solutions, and working well in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated experience working with SDA/DoD/NRO customers in an acquisition environment, with space and/or ground systems.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience working Space Mission V&V at Mission level.
Desired Requirements
  • Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR), other missile defense or related space-based ISR experience.
  • Experience analyzing System Availability (AO or AF).

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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