Role Overview
SAIC is hiring a Lead Systems Engineer. This is a contract role in Sterling. Part of SAIC's Risk hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Description
Are you a highly motivated Systems Engineer looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact? SAIC has an immediate opening for an innovative Lead Systems Engineering Technical Advisor (SETA) to provide direct customer support on a critical development effort. This opportunity is part of a dynamic team where your analytical expertise and solution-oriented mindset will drive key system development projects from inception through delivery. Join SAIC and lead the charge in a pivotal role that rewards initiative and innovation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving projects to success, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop system requirements in collaboration with SMEs and stakeholders
- Analyze mission-level objectives and translate into clear, stakeholder-oriented operational plans (CONOPS)
- Strategically review developer's systems designs throughout all phases, including conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs
- Collaborate on verification and validation test plans and reviews to ensure systems meet customer objectives
- Provide insightful status reports, risk assessments, and identification of opportunities for multiple customer stakeholders
- Proactively monitor and manage project schedules to ensure timely delivery
- Assist in crafting project review briefings for executive-level milestone presentations
- Foster collaborative relationships through timely, precise communication with customer and contractor stakeholders
- Represent the customer with authority and expertise during key test events
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly in order to be considered
- Demonstrated experience leading a team of system engineers and system administrators
- Experience with responding to TIER 3 level support
- Experience with gathering and implementing system requirements
- Ability to multi-task on large complex IT efforts
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Bachelor's Degree with 9 or more years of technical experience
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with tracking requirements and needs using customer applications/tools
- Experience with the accreditation process
- 10 or more years of working in the IC
- SCRUM certification
- Related IT certifications are a plus
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Lead Systems Engineer position at SAIC?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to SAIC. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Lead Systems Engineer position at SAIC located?
This position is based in Sterling. SAIC has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Lead Systems Engineer at SAIC earn?
SAIC has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Lead Systems Engineer role at SAIC posted?
This role was posted on April 10, 2026 (59 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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