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SAIC Ground Systems Engineer in Chantilly, Virginia
Description
SAIC is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA, to contribute to activities supporting next-generation satellite systems. In this role, you will primarily focus on requirements verification, performance assessment, and anomaly resolution for the program. An in-depth understanding of satellite payloads and associated mission data processing is essential, along with a comprehensive knowledge of the end-to-end image chain process. Additional responsibilities include conducting trade studies to define and refine requirements for future satellite capabilities.
Job Responsibilities :
Evaluate satellite payload requirements compliance by working with the Prime contractor to analyze evidence and drive closure of open issues.
Review test plans and results to evaluate payload performance at both unit and system levels.
Assist with understanding and resolving anomalies, performing root cause analysis, and identifying corrective actions, including evaluating technical and schedule impacts.
Identify and assess emerging technical and programmatic risks at the enterprise, system, and subsystem levels, and collaborate with Prime and Subcontractor teams to develop and evaluate mitigation strategies.
Build and maintain productive relationships with Prime and Subcontractor counterparts, functional teams, and subject matter experts to ensure effective collaboration.
Evaluate entrance and exit criteria for major program reviews, such as Pre-Ship Reviews.
Support trade studies to define and further develop requirements for future satellite systems.
Qualifications
TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience; PhD or JD and four (4) 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.
Must possess an active TS/SCI with poly.
Experience working in regulated or high-reliability environment like aerospace, defense or space systems.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate across engineering teams and present technical information clearly.
Proficiency with engineering toold and software (CAD tools, MATLAB/Python, simulation or modeling software)
REQNUMBER: 2611110
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