Ground Systems Engineering Integration and Test

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

SAIC is looking for a Ground Systems Integration Engineer (SEIT). The systems engineer facilitates space – ground system closure for evolutionary, revolutionary, and transformational Experimental Satellites. This position provides Systems Engineering & Technical Advisory (SETA) support services. Position responsibilities include but not limited to:

· Serving as the government’s technical representative to monitor and ensure that the experimental satellite segment and the common, shared ground segment closes with respect to technical, schedule, and cost performance

· Satellite Ground expertise to help USG Program Office identify technical, programmatic, and schedule gaps that may impact the space segment’s schedule

· Serve as technical liaison between ground and space vehicles to ensure effective communication and collaboration as it relates to systems engineering, integration, and test

· Reviewing and evaluating the completeness of program documents such as architectural design, interface, and test plans

· Facilitating the development of the giver/receiver list and monitor it through closure

· Developing entry and exit criteria for major program reviews

· Coordinating verification and validation activities to ensure sell off of program requirements

· Supporting Agile SAFe program development processes and activities

· Technical and programmatic support through the entire project life cycle including concept development, system definition, acquisition planning, source selection, system design, development, integration and test, system delivery, and deployment

· Coordinating with customer on identified requirements, risks, and configuration updates

· Briefings and reports including technical and programmatic assessments presenting analysis, results, conclusions, and recommendations

· Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly

· Must have bachelor’s degree with minimum of nine (9) years of relevant work experience or seven (7) years with master’s degree

· Satellite and/or ground expertise

· Proficient skills and experience using Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)

· Proficient skills using Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

· Proficient skills using JIRA and Confluence

· Critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills

· Interpersonal and communication skills for written reports, group discussion, and oral presentations