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SAIC SDA Space Lead in HUNTSVILLE, Alabama

Description

SAIC is seeking a SDA Space Lead to support the Space Development Agency (SDA). As the Space Lead, you will guide the development, integration, and testing of advanced space systems. This role requires a deep understanding of space acquisitions, spacecraft integration, and system engineering processes to support mission-critical efforts from design through on-orbit operations.

Note: This role can be located in Chantilly, VA; Huntsville, AL; Colorado Springs, CO; or El Segundo, CA

Responsibilities to include:

  • Guide space system acquisition efforts, including the development, integration, and testing of Tranche 0, Tranche 1, and Missile Track Custody systems.

  • Provide technical expertise for programs such as SBIRS, Next Gen OPIR, and IR Payload development.

  • Oversee spacecraft integration, space vehicle assembly, and environmental testing, including TVAC and acoustic testing.

  • Manage mission-critical activities such as Mission Management, Telemetry, Tracking, and Commanding (TT&C), and Mission Data Processing Application Framework (MDPAF).

  • Develop and maintain System of Systems Design, CONOPS, and Systems Requirements Documents (SRD).

  • Facilitate engineering review processes, including SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR, to ensure project milestones are met.

  • Conduct Integrated Systems Test, SITL (Software-in-the-Loop), and HITL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) testing to validate system performance.

  • Create and maintain Requirements Verification Plans (RVP) and Requirements Verification Traceability Matrices (RVTM).

  • Oversee launch integration, space launch, LEOps (Launch and Early Orbit Phase) testing, and on-orbit testing.

  • Ensure the development and accuracy of Interface Control Documents (ICD) and manage the Engineering Review Board (ERB) and Configuration Control Board (CCB).

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field (e.g., Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, etc.). Relevant experience to be substituted in lieu of degree.

  • Active SECRET with the ability to obtain a TOP SECRET clearance with SCI Access

  • 10 years of experience in space acquisitions, focusing on development, integration, and testing of space systems.

  • Proficiency in space system design, including spacecraft integration, environmental testing, and on-orbit operations.

  • Experience with systems engineering, systems integration, and tools like PLM for program management.

  • Familiarity with key programs and technologies such as SBIRS, Next Gen OPIR, MDPAF, and Tranche systems.

  • Strong background in requirements management, ICD development, and engineering review processes.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site. REQNUMBER: 2415555

SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

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