Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from SAIC
Job overview
The Enterprise Integration, Operations and Launch Systems Engineer at SAIC supports next-generation space programs by managing satellite integration, operations, and launch activities to enhance national capabilities.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves enterprise integration and test planning, operations and launch planning support, anomaly resolution, participation in government and contractor meetings, mentoring team members, and supporting full lifecycle acquisition and systems engineering activities.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph, experience with NRO satellite systems, strong interpersonal and leadership skills, and a relevant degree with extensive experience depending on education level.
Work environment and culture
The position emphasizes a mission-focused, collaborative environment with a strong team dedicated to mission success in a government/contractor integrated office setting.
Company information
SAIC is involved in innovative space programs, focusing on deploying advanced satellite constellations and supporting national security missions.
Team overview
The candidate will work with a strong, mission-focused team supporting government customers and contractors in an integrated office environment.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Chantilly, VA, with no remote work and requires domestic travel availability.
Unique job features
The position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite constellations and participate in all phases from acquisition through launch and on-orbit checkout, requiring high-level security clearance.
Company overview
SAIC (Science Applications International Corporation) is a premier technology integrator providing full lifecycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, and enterprise IT markets. They generate revenue through government contracts, primarily with the U.S. Department of Defense, intelligence community, and federal civilian agencies, offering services like IT modernization, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and software development. Founded in 1969, SAIC has a rich history of innovation and has grown through strategic acquisitions, including the notable acquisition of Engility in 2019, enhancing its capabilities in mission-critical services.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience with enterprise integration, satellite operations, and launch planning, emphasizing any involvement with next-generation space systems or satellite constellations.
Focus on showcasing your problem-solving skills, creativity, and ability to support complex government and contractor teams, particularly in high-security environments requiring TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
Apply through multiple channels including SAIC's corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where this position is posted to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals working in SAIC's space programs or systems engineering divisions; open conversations by referencing recent SAIC space initiatives or asking about their experience working on satellite launch projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'enterprise integration,' 'launch planning,' 'satellite operations,' 'TS/SCI clearance,' 'NRO systems,' and 'anomaly resolution' to pass initial automated screenings effectively.
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