Systems Engineer Chief

Description

SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer Chief to support the AF TENCAP HOPE 2.0 contract. The AF TENCAP HOPE 2.0 contract bridges intelligence community collection architectures, capabilities, and technologies with DoD operational and tactical requirements. This effort will deliver rapid, innovative, and cost-effective capabilities to meet warfighter needs, and will include bringing national capabilities to bear cross all warfighting domains spanning intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, combat applications, battlespace awareness, command and control, multi-level security and mission programs. This next generation approach shall employ the latest advancements in geolocation and tagging, sensor and data fusion, unconventional / asymmetric warfare, situational awareness, cyberspace and spectrum warfare, large data analytics, data lake, jamming technologies, sensor technologies, geo-registration to deliver a cutting-edge approach.

As a Deputy Lead Systems Engineer on the AF TENCAP HOPE 2.0 project, you will work closely with the Lead Systems Engineer, technical teams, and the Program Management Office to deliver rapid, innovative, and cost-effective capabilities across all warfighting domains. Your expertise will be essential in driving systems engineering efforts and ensuring successful project outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in systems engineering, complex system design and integration, and a strong background in supporting DoD service organizations and Intelligence Community agencies. The candidate should be proficient in Systems Engineering and Project Management methodologies and have experience leading engineering teams. This role requires technical leadership, strategic vision, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a matrixed environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate and implement systems engineering management principles and best practices.
• Develop technical and programmatic processes to ensure successful project execution.
• Utilize Systems Engineering and Agile DevSecOps methodologies for project execution.
• Support Solution Development activities for new customer requirements.
• Oversee and manage different project leads, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
• Ensure effective program and project management, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Ensure rigorous requirements management, including development, verification, validation, and traceability.
• Conduct risk management and facilitate technical reviews and audits.
• Perform technical and mission analyses.
• Execute Test and Evaluation activities to validate system performance.
• Engage with government stakeholders to provide technical support and gather feedback.
• Conduct trade studies and comparative performance assessments of system and architecture alternatives.
• Participate in hiring processes to attract top talent and support new hires through comprehensive onboarding and integration.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, conduct performance reviews, set clear goals, and identify opportunities to foster professional growth and continuous learning.
• Effectively manage and coordinate team members across different projects and functional areas, ensuring resource allocation aligns with project goals and organizational priorities.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Active Top Secret Clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 18 Years of Experience in an Engineering Discipline supporting DoD/IC Customers.
• 10 years of Experience Design, Development, or Integration of Classified DoD/IC Systems.
• 5 Years of Experience in Leading Technical Teams.
• 5 Years of Experience in Project/Program Management.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Master's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Certification in Systems Engineering (e.g., INCOSE CSEP, DAU SE) and/or Project Management (e.g. PMP).
• DoD 8570/8140 certifications or equivalent in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity (e.g., Security+ or higher).
• Experience with SIGINT and/or GEOINT Collection, Processing, Exploitation, and/or Dissemination.
• Experience with Rapid Prototyping, Quick Reaction, or Research & Development Projects.
• Experience working in an Agile team/framework.

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.