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# Solutions Architect Chief

- **Company:** Science Applications International Corporation
- **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $240,001.0 - $280,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, Signals Intelligence, Information Systems, Computer Programming, Geospatial Intelligence, Cloud Services, Systems Architecture, Large Language Models, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/solutions-architect-chief-chantilly-va--f2df310e-209b-4857-804b-c0d6d6b4e96c

## About the Role

* Bachelors Degree and 18 years of experience. Masters and 14 years of experience.
 * Minimum 8+ years of experience in systems engineering, solutions architecture, or a related technical discipline
 * Candidates must be U.S. Citizens
 * Candidates must have an active TS/SCI Clearance with the ability to get a Poly.
 * Demonstrated experience working within the defense industry supporting U.S. Government customers
 * Proven track record of supporting or leading technical proposals in response to government RFPs
 * Experience working in or supporting capture and business development activities
 * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field

Technical Skills:

 * Familiarity with government acquisition processes and proposal development lifecycles
 * Ability to develop end-to-end technical solutions across complex, multi-disciplinary problem sets in Space Systems, IT Systems, GEOINT or SIGINT domains
 * Comfort operating across a broad range of technical domains

Soft Skills:

 * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with an ability to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences
 * High tolerance for ambiguity and ability to structure solutions with incomplete information
 * Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
 * Ability to manage multiple concurrent proposals under tight deadlines, * Experience with space systems, satellite architectures, ground systems, or space domain awareness
 * Background in IT services, cloud solutions, or managed services for government customers
 * Familiarity with IC systems, community customers and mission sets
 * Prior experience in a Solutions Architect or Chief Engineer role on large government programs
 * Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
 * Comfortable to use LLMs, write code and create prototype tools, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Business Development, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Customer Support/Service, Emerging Technology, Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT), Government, Government Acquisitions, Government Requirements, Industry/Trade Analysis, Information Technology & Information Systems, Integrated Circuits (ICs), Intel Product Family, Lead Generation, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Product Lifecycle, Professional Services, Proposal Development, Prototyping, Request for Proposals (RFP), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Signal Intelligence (SIGINT), System Architecture, Systems Engineering, Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Technology White Papers, Time Management, Top Secret Clearance, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Work From Home, Writing Skills

## Description

SAIC''s Solutions & Technology group is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to join the Solutions & Technology group. The position is preferred to be based out of Chantilly, VA but open to a hybrid role in Reston, VA or Arlington, VA. Reporting directly to the Intel Space CTO, this individual will serve as a technical cornerstone of SAIC''s capture and proposal efforts, translating complex government requirements into compelling, winning technical solutions. This role demands a self-starter who thrives in ambiguous environments and can architect innovative solutions from the ground up across a diverse portfolio of government opportunities. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI Clearance with the ability to get a Polygraph., * Lead technical solution development for new captures and proposals in response to government RFPs, RFIs, and Sources Sought notices in support of IC and DoW programs

 * Author and develop technical volumes, white papers, and solution narratives from concept to completion with minimal direction
 * Analyze and decompose complex government requirements across a wide variety of mission areas and technical domains
 * Collaborate with capture managers, business development leads, and subject matter experts to shape technically differentiated winning strategies
 * Drive technical innovation by identifying and integrating emerging technologies, architectures, and methodologies into proposed solutions
 * Develop solution architectures including system designs, technical approaches, and implementation roadmaps tailored to customer needs
 * Willingness to develop capability prototypes and architect solutions
 * Engage with government customers and stakeholders during pre-RFP shaping activities to influence requirements and positioning
 * Support cost and pricing teams by providing technical basis of estimates and work breakdown structures
 * Maintain awareness of the competitive landscape, industry trends, and government priorities within the Intel domain


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