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SAIC

Space Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$200K - $240K/yr

Support the Government program manager as the lead technical representative for a major space system acquisition. * Engage with development contractors evaluating designs, models, integration and ...

SAIC

Space Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$200K - $240K/yr

Support the Government program manager as the lead technical representative for a major space system acquisition. * Engage with development contractors evaluating designs, models, integration and ...

The Aerospace Corporation

$117K - $226K/yr

Prior engineering leadership or project management experience * Willing to support frequent travel ... Experience working Space systems development and across the Enterprise for National Security Space ...

BryceTech

Space Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

BryceTech is seeking a Space Systems Engineer with experience in satellite systems and their ... The selected candidate will support engineering, analysis, planning, and program management ...

Astrion

Space Systems Engineer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Serve as mission manager or technical lead for small satellite missions when assigned * Support the design, development, integration, and testing of spacecraft subsystems and ground systems * Produce ...

SAIC

Space Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$200K - $240K/yr

Support the Government program manager as the lead technical representative for a major space system acquisition. * Engage with development contractors evaluating designs, models, integration and ...

SAIC

Space Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$200K - $240K/yr

Support the Government program manager as the lead technical representative for a major space system acquisition. * Engage with development contractors evaluating designs, models, integration and ...

SAIC

Space Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$200K - $240K/yr

Support the Government program manager as the lead technical representative for a major space system acquisition. * Engage with development contractors evaluating designs, models, integration and ...

KBR

Space Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA

Space Systems Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team ... Manage and develop requirements from higher level Enterprise governing documents to the Segment ...

KBR, Inc.

Space Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Space Systems Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team ... Manage and develop requirements from higher level Enterprise governing documents to the Segment ...

KBR, Inc

Space Systems Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Space Systems Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team ... KBR's work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management ...

BTAS, Inc.

Space Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$115K - $250K/yr

Space Systems Engineer LOCATION: El Segundo, CA REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Active TS with SCI ... Program Management capabilities. We are committed to working with exceptional quality and ...

The Aerospace Corporation

$117K - $226K/yr

Prior engineering leadership or project management experience * Willing to support frequent travel ... Experience working Space systems development and across the Enterprise for National Security Space ...

KBR, Inc.

Space Systems Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

Space Systems Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team ... SE lifecycle, risk management, change management, etc.). * Strong understanding of integrating ...

Slingshot Aerospace

Space Systems Engineer

Aurora, CO · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

What You'll Be Launching As a Space Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in defining and ... Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g. Agile, Scrum, Kanban, or equivalent)

Slingshot Aerospace

Space Systems Engineer

Aurora, CO · On-site

What You'll Be Launching As a Space Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in defining and ... Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g. Agile, Scrum, Kanban, or equivalent)

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Space Systems Engineer

El Segundo, CA • On-site

SAIC
IT Services • 10K+ employees
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$200K - $240K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support the Government program manager as the lead technical representative for a major space system acquisition.

  • Engage with development contractors evaluating designs, models, integration and test plans.

  • Oversee requirements verification and validation.

SAIC rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 81 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking an experienced Space Systems Engineer to lead a complex systems acquisition within the Space Combat Power systems portfolio. This role requires extensive expertise in government weapon systems engineering, strategic planning, and program integration to support the U.S. Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC). This position is located in El Segundo, CA.
You will serve as a critical embedded member of the Government applying advanced systems engineering principles to shape and deliver the next generation capability. The role emphasizes leveraging tailored, rapid acquisition frameworks while integrating space, ground, and mission segments. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving program planning, risk mitigation, technical oversight, and execution.
Fun stuff you will do on the job:
  • Support the Government program manager as the lead technical representative for a major space system acquisition.
  • Engage with development contractors evaluating designs, models, integration and test plans.
  • Responsible for Government system level requirements and enterprise interfaces.
  • Oversee payload integration and manage interface control with stakeholders.
  • Performs system integration of ground segment and deployment into operations including concepts of operation (CONOPS) development.
  • Oversees requirements verification and validation.
  • Makes program risks assessments and provides actionable recommendations to the chief engineer and program manager.
  • Independently collaborates with Government program office representatives, FFRDC, SETA, and contractor personnel.

Qualifications
This is you:
  • Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more applicable experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience.
  • Experience leading systems engineering teams focused on integration of complex space and/or ground systems.
  • Experience using tools such as Cameo, JIRA, Confluence.
  • Must have an in-scope security background investigation (T5 or SSBI), adjudicated for SCI eligibility and enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation program (if applicable).
  • Must be willing to be nominated for access to Sensitive Compartment Information and Special Access Programs and willing to consent to a Polygraph examination.

Target salary range: $200,001 - $240,000. 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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