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Systems Engineer Principal

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking an experienced ... Work seamlessly across SETA teams, development contractors, and customer organizations to drive ...

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Systems Engineer Principal

Chantilly, VA · Remote

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description ?SAIC is seeking an experienced Electrical ... Work seamlessly across SETA teams, development contractors, and customer organizations to drive ...

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EO/IR Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC seeks a senior EO/IR Systems Engineer ... The successful candidate will be a proactive Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA ...

SAIC

EO/IR Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC seeks a senior EO/IR Systems Engineer ... The successful candidate will be a proactive Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA ...

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NRO Payload Engineer

Chantilly, VA · Remote

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a Payload Subject Matter ... This is a Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support position to assist in ...

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NRO Payload Engineer

Chantilly, VA · Remote

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a Payload Subject Matter ... This is a Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support position to assist in ...

SAIC

Senior Acquisition Specialist

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a Senior Acquisition ... Landmark AOS is a large SETA program, supporting the NRO's Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED ...

SAIC

Acquisition Lead

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking an Acquisition Lead to ... Provide expert contracting assistance to technical personnel involved in development of Statement ...

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Acquisition Lead

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking an Acquisition Lead to ... Provide expert contracting assistance to technical personnel involved in development of Statement ...

SAIC

Senior Acquisition Specialist

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a Senior Acquisition ... Landmark AOS is a large SETA program, supporting the NRO's Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED ...

SAIC

Ground Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description  SAIC is seeking a Ground Systems ... Partner with government technical and contracting teams to craft acquisition strategies and ...

SAIC

Systems Engineer Sr Principal

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description Position Description The successful ... Advise on acquisition strategies, contracting approaches, and compliance regulations * Prepare ...

SAIC

Systems Engineer Sr Principal

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description Position Description The successful ... Advise on acquisition strategies, contracting approaches, and compliance regulations * Prepare ...

SAIC

Ground Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site +1

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description ? SAIC is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer ... Partner with government technical and contracting teams to craft acquisition strategies and ...

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CredentialsTypically requires Seta certification, relevant experienceSame as contractor, often with additional certifications or advanced training
Work EnvironmentIndependent, project-based, remoteRemote, possibly part of a team or organization
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Systems Engineer Principal

Systems Engineer Principal

SAIC

Chantilly, VA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

SAIC rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 78 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

70th of 203 rated it services

Job description

Job ID: 2611766

Location: Chantilly, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-04-27

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Systems Engineer

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

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 experienced Electrical Systems Engineer to join our elite Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) team supporting cutting-edge national security programs.  In this role, you'll contribute to the development of advanced remote sensing technologies, sensor systems, and space vehicle architectures that directly impact mission-critical operations.  This is an opportunity to tackle complex technical challenges while working alongside world-class engineers on multiple high-priority, fast-paced projects.

Roles and Responsibilities:

As a SETA, you will provide expert technical guidance and oversight to ensure program success across the full system lifecycle:

  • Provide technical insight to the next generation electronics and sensor development
  • Review and assess development contractor deliverables including requirements flow-down, verification methodologies, calibration plans, interface control documents, concepts of operations, and test plans
  • Participate in design reviews to uphold the customer's interests
  • Provide expert advice related to technical issues that arise during program execution
  • Identify high-risk areas (technical, cost, and schedule) and develop effective mitigation strategies
  • Work seamlessly across SETA teams, development contractors, and customer organizations to drive successful program objectives
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, refine, and trace requirements; conduct system-level trade studies to optimize performance

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

  • Active TS/SCI with Counter Intelligence (CI) polygraph
  • STEM Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience
  • Proven ability to critically review technical work products and provide actionable recommendations
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

Desired Qualifications: 

  • Advanced degree in Electrical, Computer, or Aerospace Engineering or Physics
  • Advanced electro-optical sensor and payload development
  • Spacecraft bus or payload engineering lifecycle (requirements, design, development, integration, test, and delivery)
  • Multi-subsystem interface design and integration
  • Analog and/or digital electronics design and analysis
  • Demonstrated knowledge of government acquisition processes and project/program management
  • Concept development, requirements definition, and trade study execution for innovative systems

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