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Cislunar Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Systems Engineer (Multi-Phenomenology)
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Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Posted 29d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The role involves serving as a Subject Matter Expert for Cislunar Space Domain Awareness, focusing on the design and integration of multi-phenomenology observational technologies. Responsibilities include managing system requirements, conducting trade studies, and supporting full lifecycle engineering reviews for ground and space-based sensors.
Requirements
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and at least 14 years of experience (or a Master's and 12 years) in systems engineering or satellite acquisition. An active TS/SCI clearance with a current Polygraph is strictly required.
Full job description
Join a mission driven satellite program at the forefront of national defense innovation. Our team is developing cutting edge technologies that directly support critical Department of War priorities, combining both proven and first-of-their-kind capabilities that have never been applied in space. Operating within a fast-paced acquisition environment, we benefit from streamlined authorities and direct access to senior Government decisionmakers, enabling us to move quickly and execute aggressive schedules using the most innovative contracting strategies available.
SAIC is seeking self-directed leaders who skillfully navigate ambiguity, solve complex challenges, and bring diverse expertise to a dynamic environment focused on delivering capability rapidly. Success here requires adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to wear multiple hats in support of a high impact mission. Candidates experienced as USAF/USSF acquisition officers (AFSC: 63A) or developmental engineers (AFSC: 62E) leading satellite programs in the USSF (SSC), NRO, or SDA, applying the full range of the systems engineering discipline (e.g., Requirements Development, Architecture, SE milestones: SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.), and/or DAWIA/PMI Program Management will be especially well-prepared to excel.
Job Description:
This position is for a Cislunar Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Systems Engineer (Multi-Phenomenology) in Chantilly, VA supporting cutting-edge and innovative space programs. The Cislunar SDA Systems Engineer (Multi-Phenomenology) is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) with a strong focus on advanced multi-phenomenology observational technologies. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in electro-optical (EO) and/or passive radio frequency (RF) sensing, observational astronomy, and cutting-edge telescope/receiver design to support the detection, tracking, and characterization of faint objects and signals in the cislunar regime.
Role Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of system level requirements for assigned systems and the design features that satisfy these requirements.
Support full lifecycle engineering reviews to demonstrate the design meets all specifications and customer requirements.
Review Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables to ensure content, technical accuracy, and sufficiency of design details to meet program requirements and objectives.
Participate in technical interchange meetings between developers and contractors.
Evaluate vendor proposals and review technical reports, design artifacts, and program plans.
Serve as a system engineering liaison to other divisions in the SPO.
Conducts trade studies to define and refine requirements for future satellite capabilities
Support acquisition documentation development (CDRLs, SOWs, MPPs, etc) related to ground systems
Support readiness reviews and major program reviews to evaluate ground system readiness
Resolve highly complex and multi-dimensional problems requiring consideration of variables that impact multiple aspects of the project/program.
Develop documents and briefings to communicate work or study status and brief Government and industry as required.
Provide technical insight for EO/RF sensor designs.
Evaluate proposals for next-generation optical and RF sensor architectures.
Support the integration of ground- and space-based sensor systems into existing sensing networks.
SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.
Advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world.
Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1969
Headquarters
Reston, VA
LinkedIn followers
480,255
Total funding
$522M
SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our portfolio of offerings integrates emerging technology into mission critical operations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has approximately 23,000 employees and annual revenues of about $7.3 billion.
Offices: 12010 Sunset Hills Road, Reston, VA 20190, US
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