Senior Systems Engineer

SAIC · Washington

SAIC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to act as an Acquisition Specialist in Washington, DC.

This position is supporting a major system acquisition so technical requirements and validation from an engineering perspective is mandatory. Dealing with vendors developing systems of systems for future integration. Driving solutions and identifying risks as well as risk mitigation while minimizing/balancing technical cost and schedule all leading to a timely acquisition and transition to operational use.

In this role you will:

Provide tailored systems engineering services with an expert level understanding of DoD and IC acquisitions processes
Develop, update and maintain baseline configuration of capability needs and requirements
Participate in periodic reviews of project status to include system reviews, design reviews, quarterly and monthly performance reviews providing formal minutes of the meeting and tracking action items assigned
Support the program cost group as necessary in their conduct of formal cost estimates and assessments
Apply critical thinking to assist with the formulation of acquisition strategies, acquisition plans, Statements of Work, Performance Work Statements, J&A documentation, etc
Assist with the management of contracts
Review of Contract Deliverables. (CDRL's)
Formulate and process Technical Direction Letters
Perform review of contract financial plans and spend plans

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.

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