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# Mission Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Science Applications International Corporation
- **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States
- **Salary:** $160,001.0 - $200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Computer Vision, Cloud Computing Security, Geospatial Intelligence, Systems Analysis, Microsoft Office, Software Architecture
- **Published:** July 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/B97561D565754831AC4BEF8F5BAF0496/job/

## About the Role

* Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience; PhD and 0 years related experience. Relevant experience to be substituted in lieu of degree.
 * Active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph .
 * Familiarity with analytic modernization tools (Thresher, FADE, Turbo) and multi-INT exploitation environments.
 * Strong understanding of software architectures , spacecraft ground systems , and intelligence mission management workflows .
 * Experience managing technical performance, schedules, interfaces, and risk .
 * Background in secure cloud architectures (e.g., C2S, IC GovCloud) and Agile development .
 * Proven success in fast-paced, collaborative environments , with strong communication skills across government, SETA, FFRDC, and contractor teams.
 * Proficiency with Microsoft Office .

## Description

SAIC is seeking Mission Systems Engineer to support SAIC's Prime Program, Landmark AOS in Chantilly, VA. Landmark AOS is a large SETA program, supporting the NRO's Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED), responsible for the acquisition of systems over the complete end-to-end life cycle.

In this role, you will help plan, test, and integrate GEOINT and multi-INT mission products and software services supporting Combatant Commands and DoD partners. You will advise government managers responsible for enterprise-wide capabilities, define key technology demonstrations, and integrate advanced capabilities into regional exercises-directly shaping how the mission delivers timely, actionable intelligence.

Key Responsibilities to include:

 * Support technical and programmatic interchanges , identify issues early, and provide engineering guidance that enhances overhead and tactical mission capabilities and accelerates kill-chain closure.
 * Plan and execute GEOINT and multi-INT integration efforts , including automation of GEOINT computer vision and MTI workflows.
 * Evaluate and integrate analytic modernization tools such as Thresher , FADE , Turbo , and other multi-INT exploitation environments.
 * Conduct system trade assessments , interface evaluations, and lifecycle performance analyses to inform enterprise-level decisions.
 * Apply systems analysis and operational mission modeling to define KPIs, measures of effectiveness, and architectural runway trade-offs.
 * Develop high-quality briefings, technical documentation, and modernization roadmaps for Program and Project Manager engagements.
 * Engage with users, stakeholders, and mission partners , collaborating with Landmark AOS engineers and domain experts to demonstrate and operationalize advanced processing and exploitation capabilities.


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