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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mission Systems Engineer - **Company:** Science Applications International Corporation - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Salary:** $80,001.0 - $120,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Computer Vision, Cloud Computing Security, Geospatial Intelligence, Systems Analysis, Microsoft Office, Software Architecture - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerarc.com/job-listing/saic-jobs-mission-systems-engineer-53048368 ## About the Role Required Education and Experience: * Bachelor's Degree in business, engineering, science, or related discipline, or Associates Degree and two (2) years of experience is required. Significant applicable work experience may be considered in lieu of a 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 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. Qualifications Required Education and Experience: * Bachelor's Degree in business, engineering, science, or related discipline, or Associates Degree and two (2) years of experience is required. Significant applicable work experience may be considered in lieu of a 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. Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. 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