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SAIC · 4 hours ago

SATCOM Systems Integration Strategist

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$120K/yr - $160K/yr

8+ years exp

SAIC is seeking a SATCOM Systems Integration Strategist to support the MSEIT contract at Space Systems Command (SSC). In this role, you will serve as the connective tissue between users, stakeholders, architects, and software development teams, helping to define, prioritize, and integrate next-generation satellite communications capabilities across the U.S. Space Force enterprise.

Information TechnologySecurityService IndustrySoftware

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Capability Definition & Integration Identify, refine, and document stakeholder and user needs; define capabilities and integration pathways that align with enterprise SATCOM architecture and modernization efforts

Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with operators, mission owners, and program sponsors to identify operational gaps and shape requirements into feasible, impactful solutions

Strategic Alignment Ensure proposed capabilities are consistent with SSC’s SATCOM enterprise architecture, data strategies, and digital modernization goals

User-Centered Design Lead discussions that move from user-driven requests to user-centered, mission-focused solutions that enhance interoperability, efficiency, and resiliency

Cross-Discipline Coordination Partner with SE&I, cyber, DevOps, and software teams to ensure technical feasibility, traceability, and integration across space, ground, and network layers

Program Integration Translate high-level capability objectives into actionable program deliverables compatible with Agile or incremental development cycles

Communication & Roadmapping Develop and present SATCOM capability roadmaps, strategy briefs, and integration concepts to government and contractor leadership

Qualification

Systems EngineeringIntegration StrategySATCOM ExperienceUser-Centered DesignAgile FrameworksSystems Engineering ProfessionalAnalytical SkillsCollaboration ToolsDoD Acquisition FamiliarityHuman-Systems IntegrationCommunication Skills

Required

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance required for this position

Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related discipline)

8–12 years of professional experience in systems engineering, integration strategy, or capability development

Demonstrated experience within SATCOM, space systems, or mission operations domains

Proven ability to translate operational needs into structured, technically aligned, and strategically prioritized capability definitions

Excellent communication, facilitation, and analytical skills, with experience interfacing across government, contractor, and operational teams

Familiarity with DoD acquisition, SE&I, and space enterprise integration environments

Must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred

Experience supporting Space Systems Command (SSC), Space Operations Command (SpOC), or other U.S. Space Force or DoD programs

Familiarity with Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban) and Agile program environments

Understanding of Agile scoping and MVP definition techniques such as MoSCoW, BORIS, Framing and Discovery, or similar prioritization methodologies

Exposure to DevOps, cloud-native, or Kubernetes-based architectures and modern SATCOM software ecosystems

Experience applying user-centered design and human-systems integration principles in mission software or command-and-control environments. Proficiency with collaboration and visualization tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Miro, or equivalent)

Systems Engineering Professional (INCOSE CSEP), SAFe certification, or comparable credential

TS/SCI eligibility preferred