Programmatic Communication Systems Engineer

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Programmatic Communication Systems Engineer

Job ID: 2612206

Location: Chantilly, VA, United States

Date Posted: May 14, 2026

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: On-Site

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Job Description

Description

Join a mission driven satellite program 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 Comm Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA supporting cutting-edge and innovative space programs. The Comm Systems Engineer provides space communications, network, and crypto acquisition activities engineering support for space systems. The position requires familiarity with NRO organization, processes, and satellite systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop space system requirements and evaluate vendor solutions in the acquisition phase.

• Provide space communications engineering support for space systems including mesh communication architectures and direct downlink capabilities.

• Assess different types of communications architectures.

• Provide technical evaluation and risk assessments.

• Guide the Government in understanding communication frequency requirements and obtaining approval for use.

• Develop documents and briefings to communicate work or study status, brief Government and industry as required.

• Support acquisition documentation development (CDRLs, SOWs, MPPs, etc) related to satellite systems.

• Support Contract Officer Technical Representatives (COTRs) and Developers by coordinating with other acquisition domain SMEs and program stakeholders to develop, modify, and maintain contract documentation.

• Review Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables to ensure content, accuracy, and sufficiency to meet program requirements and objectives.

• Participate in program reviews and technical interchange meetings between developers and COTR.

• Support readiness reviews and major program reviews to evaluate ground system readiness.

• Resolve highly complex and multi-dimensional problems requiring consideration of variables that impact multiple aspects of the project/program.

• Develop documents and briefings to communicate work or study status and brief Government and industry as required.

Qualifications

TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience.

Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environment.

Ability to communicate with a diverse audience of senior decision makers with varying levels of programmatic and technical expertise.

Experience facilitating technical discussions with SMEs.

Demonstrated ability to work in a very dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners.

Proven experience providing systems engineering support and technical guidance in the acquisition, development, and deployment of satellite systems.

Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills.

Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment with no supervision.

Active TS/SCI with current Poly Required.

Previous SAP experience desired.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC 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. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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