Senior Systems Engineer-Technical Operations Lead

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly skilled Sr. Systems Engineer/Technical Operations Lead to provide programmatic and advisory support to the Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) Submarine Launched Cruise Missile - Nuclear (SLCM-N) Program Office. This position provides direct support to a System Section Head, enabling efficient operations, strategic coordination, and operational oversight while ensuring effective communication and integration of program priorities across the organization.

This role is based onsite at the SSP Headquarters in the National Capital Region (NCR) and includes up to 25% travel to support coordination with stakeholders and program partners.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

As the Sr. Systems Engineer/Technical Operations Lead, you will be responsible for the following:

Program Leadership Functions

• Serve as a principal point of contact for the SLCM-N Program leadership on cross-functional matters, aligning organizational priorities with programmatic objectives.
• Coordinate and oversee action items, deliverables, and priorities for the program office.
• Develop and track program initiatives, schedules, and milestones to ensure on-time delivery of requirements and objectives.
• Provide strategic guidance to leadership on resource planning, operations, and process improvement opportunities.

Systems Engineering & Technical Leadership

• Support the integration and coordination of SLCM-N program technical and programmatic activities.
• Coordinate systems-level assessments of weapon system program requirements, performance metrics, and risk management.
• Provide technical analysis and recommendations to leadership to inform capability development and execution.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Interface with government, industry, and interagency stakeholders to facilitate alignment and improve collaboration.
• Represent the SLCM-N Program in meetings, technical reviews, and working groups, ensuring leadership objectives and decisions are effectively communicated and implemented.
• Prepare technical briefings, program updates, and decision packages for senior leadership and external stakeholders.

Program/Operations Management

• Oversee and align program operations and support elements, including budget, logistics, and technical program execution.
• Monitor program risks, issues, and opportunities; develop mitigation plans as necessary.
• Develop and implement key performance indicators to monitor program health.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related STEM field and 6 or more years of experience. Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience: Experience with DoD weapon systems and/or large-scale systems engineering programs. Previous experience supporting Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) or DOD missile system programs is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of DoD acquisition processes, lifecycle management, and systems engineering principles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage priorities, coordinate broad operational activities, and lead cross-functional teams in a Technical Operations Lead.
• Proven communication, briefing, and stakeholder engagement skills at senior levels.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen
• Interim Secret clearance required to start with the ability to obtain top secret clearance. SAIC will sponsor the clearance process.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Direct experience supporting the Navy's missile programs, including Trident II (D5), SLCM-N, or Strategic Deterrence programs.
• Active secret clearance
• Certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or INCOSE CSEP/ASEP are a plus.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.