SAIC · 2 hours ago
Principal Systems Engineer
El Segundo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $200K/yr
15+ years expSAIC is a company specializing in engineering and sciences, and they are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to develop operable systems that meet various requirements. The role involves designing subsystem interfaces, conducting functional analysis, and providing technical assistance while leading multi-discipline teams to resolve engineering challenges.
Information TechnologySecurityService IndustrySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and implement integration strategies and processes to successfully integrate satellite communication systems, segments (Ground, Space, Crypto, Terminals), subsystems, elements, and components; manage the technical baselines among different stakeholders
Perform analysis of the systems requirements that define the technical baseline and verification of the technical baseline
Apply Digital Engineering methods and modeling strategies (i.e. Digital twins) to support integration and test activities
Work with Government and contractor personnel to close gaps of customer requirements among the programs; support major requirements reviews, design reviews, and other associated meetings
Lead and support Government/Contractor Working Group meetings—by developing briefings, leading discussion, and writing minutes—to address/resolve risks, issues, and action items
Review proposed changes to the technical baseline for impacts to enterprise capabilities and to cross-stakeholder integration concerns
Define and deliver alternative of solutions to address different integration challenges; manage schedule impact and overall delivery of products
Facilitate review of program documents by providing comments, compiling other reviewer comments, and working with contractor to adjudicate the comments
Serve as a subject matter expert to assess technical issues and to prepare briefings to U.S. Space Force program office personnel and other stakeholders; provide courses of actions to support Government decisions
Support management of risks, issues, interdependencies, identifying schedule disconnects and conflicts, developing action plans for resolution, and assisting the Government in executing selected solutions
Qualification
Required
Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
BS degree with min 9 years of Systems Engineer experience; would preferred 15 years of experience
MS in technical field, such as engineering and computer science
Demonstrated experience in Systems Engineering
10+ years demonstrated experience leading technical teams
Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Due to security requirements, work is required to be on-site in a secure facility
Preferred
PhD in technical field, such as engineering, mathematics, physics, or computer science
Experience with MILSATCOM, such as AEHF, PTS, EPS, WGS, and FAB-T terminal programs
Experience working with military and DoD civilians
Experience with ground and airborne systems, such as terminals and networks
Demonstrated strong Systems Engineering and Technical Leadership experience
Knowledge and experience in Agile Development and collaboration tools (Jira/Confluence)
Company
SAIC
SAIC specializes in IT, enterprise IT, engineering, and professional services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$522.13MKey Investors
U.S. Geothermal
2025-09-22Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2010-09-13Post Ipo Equity· $22M
2006-10-13IPO
Leadership Team
Prabu Natarajan
Chief Financial Officer
Kevin F Brown
Senior Vice President, Chief Information Security Officer
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