GEOINT Systems Engineer @ SAIC
placeChantilly, Virginia, United States
businessOn Site
Posted 18 days ago
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Overview
SAIC is seeking a GEOINT Systems Engineer to support the Landmark AOS Prime Program in Chantilly, VA. This large SETA program supports the NRO’s Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED), responsible for systems acquisition over the complete life cycle.
Responsibilities
As a GEOINT Systems Engineer, you will:
- Collaborate with development contractors and Government staff on GEOINT systems engineering.
- Interface with Prime Contractors to monitor software development and integration.
- Perform engineering analysis across architecture, requirements, CONOPs, schedule, and risks.
- Advise managers on architectural decisions, investment strategies, and risk assessments.
- Conduct strategic planning, technical trade studies, and cost estimations.
- Review vendor proposals, technical reports, design artifacts, and program plans.
- Coordinate program activities aligned to strategic priorities.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelors with 5+ years experience; Masters with 3+ years experience; or PhD with relevant experience substituted. Must hold an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph. Experience with Intelligence Community GEOINT systems, DoD, or Commercial IT programs is required.
Key skills/competency
GEOINT, Systems Engineering, Acquisition, Architecture, CONOPs, Integration, Agile, Risk, Cost, Strategic Planning
How to Get Hired at SAIC
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research SAIC's culture: Study their mission and recent projects.
- Customize your resume: Highlight GEOINT and systems engineering experience.
- Network with employees: Connect on LinkedIn with current staff.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Focus on architecture and acquisition questions.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review systems architecture fundamentals.
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Study acquisition and risk analysis methods.
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Practice technical assessments and cost estimations.
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Familiarize with GEOINT technical requirements.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe conflict resolution in team settings.
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Explain decision-making under tight deadlines.
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Discuss experiences with cross-functional collaboration.
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Share examples of managing project risks.
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