Communications and Data Transport Engineer at SAIC

Chantilly, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communications and Data Transport, Systems Engineering, Government Acquisition, Space Systems Architecture, Risk Management, Technical Roadmap Development, Trade Studies, Modeling and Simulation, Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Technical Writing, Briefing Skills, TS/SCI Clearance, SAP Experience, Requirements Development, Integration Strategies

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Join a mission driven effort at the forefront of national defense innovation. Our team is developing cutting edge technologies that directly support critical Department of War priorities, combining both proven and first-of-their-kind capabilities that have never been applied in space. Operating within a fast-paced acquisition environment, we benefit from streamlined authorities and direct access to senior Government decisionmakers, enabling us to move quickly and execute aggressive schedules using the most innovative contracting strategies available. SAIC is seeking self-directed leaders who skillfully navigate ambiguity, solve complex challenges, and bring diverse expertise to a dynamic environment focused on delivering capability rapidly. Success here requires adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to wear multiple hats in support of a high impact mission. Candidates experienced as USAF/USSF acquisition officers (AFSC: 63A) or developmental engineers (AFSC: 62E) leading satellite programs in the USSF (SSC), NRO, or SDA, applying the full range of the systems engineering discipline (e.g., Requirements Development, Architecture, SE milestones: SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.), and/or DAWIA/PMI Program Management will be especially well-prepared to excel. Job Description: This position is for a Communications and Data Transport Engineer in Chantilly, VA supporting innovative space programs. The Communications and Data Transport Engineer provides the technical expertise to enable mission acquisition, integration, and deployment.  This includes development of technical approaches, roadmaps, and strategies that allow the government team to integrate new technologies and allows for a pathway to timely delivery of the capability to space.  In partnership with the Government leadership, Satellite Program Office Technical Advisor, and SPO technical team, the Communications and Data Transport Engineer advises on architectural options and solutions that enables delivery of critical mission technology.  This position encompasses strategic and tactical advice, hands on roadmap and strategy development, thorough understanding of modeling and simulation that enables the government to guide the successful acquisition and operations of a critical space program.   Job Responsibilities: •   Develop and advise on solution data transport, including technical approaches and implementation roadmaps tailored to customer needs. •   Support the development and evaluation of trade studies. •   Work with the government team to develop overarching acquisition, integration, and fielding strategies.  •   Partner with the Government Military Leader and Program Managers to strategically and tactically guide nationally critical satellite programs through acquisition, engineering, and operational trades to achieve on-time launch and on-orbit performance.  •   Develop technical materials (roadmaps, integration strategies, etc.) for senior leadership reflecting deep analysis of alternative views and options. Facilitate meetings with SMEs across the program to collect input and develop selectable options.  •   Liaise with Prime Developer leadership to maximize information flow with Government leadership.  Communicate Government priorities and concerns to Developers.  Respond to help needed requests from Developers to cultivate win-win relationships.  •   Foster communication and alignment among team members to identify challenges and corresponding solutions. •   Identify and manage risks throughout the acquisition and systems engineering lifecycle by conducting risk assessments, developing mitigation strategies, and monitoring potential impacts on mission objectives. SAIC® [http://www.saic.com/] is a premier Fortune 500® 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, civilian and intelligence 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 [http://www.saic.com/]. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom [http://www.saic.com/who-we-are/newsroom/].

Responsibilities

The engineer provides technical expertise to enable the acquisition, integration, and deployment of critical space mission technologies. This includes developing technical roadmaps, advising on architectural options, and guiding satellite programs through engineering and operational trades.