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Systems Engineer
SAIC
El Segundo, California, United StatesOn Site
Original Job Summary
Position Overview
SAIC's Horizon program is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the U.S. Space Forces mission of delivering warfighter capability via the Space Systems Command's Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power and Battle Management, Command, Control and Communications weapon system portfolios.
Role Responsibilities
The Systems Engineer will provide expertise across the entire lifecycle from concept development to operations. Typical responsibilities include:
- Provide Systems Engineering expertise for space-based, ground-based, or command & control systems.
- Offer technical oversight of design, development, manufacturing, integration, test, production, and sustainment efforts.
- Develop operational concepts, requirements, architectural designs, and verification methodologies.
- Conduct model-based systems engineering, modeling, simulation, and analysis as required.
- Maintain configuration management of program technical baseline.
- Manage risk management processes and implement risk reduction measures.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate has:
- A Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics or an equivalent technical discipline.
- At least 9 years of systems integration and systems engineering experience.
- Experience in leading combined hardware/software or space/ground integration activities.
- Expertise with model-based systems engineering tools and methods.
- Experience with systems architecting, lifecycle support, agile development, and DevOps processes.
- An in-scope security background investigation and eligibility for SCI access.
Desired Skills
- An advanced degree in engineering, science, or a related technical field.
- Experience in the National Security Space or Space Control mission area.
- Background in government weapons system program offices and a development environment.
- Relevant professional certifications (e.g., Professional Engineer, INCOSE CSEP, ITEA CTEP, Agile PM/PO).
Key Skills/Competency
- Systems Engineering
- Space Systems
- Lifecycle
- Requirement Analysis
- Integration
- Agile
- DevOps
- Risk Management
- Model-Based Engineering
- Configuration Management
How to Get Hired at SAIC
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research SAIC's culture: Review mission, news, and employee testimonials.
- Customize your resume: Highlight space systems and agile experience.
- Prepare technical examples: Showcase lifecycle and integration projects.
- Leverage networking: Connect with current and former SAIC professionals.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review systems lifecycle case studies.
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Study model-based systems engineering tools.
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Brush up on agile and DevOps practices.
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Prepare technical risk management examples.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe teamwork during challenging projects.
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Explain decision-making under tight deadlines.
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Discuss conflict resolution in multidisciplinary teams.
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Detail communication of technical issues clearly.