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Configuration Management and Risk Systems Engineer
Job ID: 2611992
Location: Chantilly, VA, United States
Date Posted: Apr 29, 2026
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Systems Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI_wPoly
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: On-Site
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Job Description
Description
Join a mission driven satellite program at the forefront of national defense innovation. Our team is developing cutting edge technologies that directly support critical Department of War priorities, combining both proven and first-of-their-kind capabilities that have never been applied in space. Operating within a fast-paced acquisition environment, we benefit from streamlined authorities and direct access to senior Government decisionmakers, enabling us to move quickly and execute aggressive schedules using the most innovative contracting strategies available.
SAIC is seeking self-directed leaders who skillfully navigate ambiguity, solve complex challenges, and bring diverse expertise to a dynamic environment focused on delivering capability rapidly. Success here requires adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to wear multiple hats in support of a high impact mission. Candidates experienced as USAF/USSF acquisition officers (AFSC: 63A) or developmental engineers (AFSC: 62E) leading satellite programs in the USSF (SSC), NRO, or SDA, applying the full range of the systems engineering discipline (e.g., Requirements Development, Architecture, SE milestones: SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.), and/or DAWIA/PMI Program Management will be especially well-prepared to excel.
Job Description:
This position is for a Configuration and Risk Management Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA supporting cutting-edge and innovative space programs. This position oversees revision control, risk assessment and the establishment of baselines. The Configuration and Risk Management Engineer will recommend and implement continuous process improvements and track risk assessment. This position requires a strong blend of technical expertise with excellent communication skills with the ability to influence change to guide the successful acquisition and operations of a critical space program.
Role Responsibilities:
Perform configuration management identification, control, accounting, and audits
Develop and maintain customer''s Configuration Management Plan
Assess and allocate requests for change
Review and coordinate on changes to specifications, lnterface Control Documents (ICDs) and system level requirements documentation
Interface with configuration management personnel in other government offices and with development contractor to coordinate customer's assessments of requests for change
Prepare and coordinate customer's requests for change
Represent the customer in Enterprise and development contractor CM forums
Coordinate and facilitate customer control boards (e.g. change control, engineering review, requirements review) and participation in development contractor boards
Manage structure of data content in configuration management folders
Attend contractor reviews (e.g. PMRs, PDR, CDR, pre- ship and other meetings) to provide technically based recommendations
Identify and manage risks throughout the acquisition and systems engineering lifecycle by conducting risk assessments, developing mitigation strategies, and monitoring potential impacts on mission objectives
Support development and implementation of SE process within a new program
Qualifications
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 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, civilian, and intelligence 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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