Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer

Job ID: 2616848

Location: Aurora, CO, United States

Date Posted: Sep 16, 2026

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Mechanical Engr

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: On-Site

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Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a top-notch Controls Engineer to join our talented team in Aurora, CO. This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph or the ability to obtain.

This position is responsible for oversight, planning, and execution of the ICS Program tied to an Intelligence Community client location. The focus of this position is on operational technology (OT); however, experience and expertise with information technology (IT) systems is required.

In this role you will support development, implementation and operation of the ICS on site. Review and recommend upgrades, extensions, and recapitalization of the ICS network; and participate in site long-term planning.

Responsibilities include:

• Reporting to and coordinating with site U.S. government representatives at multiple seniority levels.
• Articulating technical ICS concepts to audiences at different knowledge levels.
• Reviewing 3rd party assessments and work products.
• Creating reports and presentations on ICS projects and strategy.
• Ensuring OT assets and interests work in concert with the IT systems and components.
• Developing and maintaining the site ICS specifications.

Qualifications

Qualifications - External

• TS/SCI with Polygraph or ability to obtain before starting work (US Citizenship required).
• Bachelor's degree and 10 years of demonstrated experience in engineering, cybersecurity, IT or related field.

Desired Qualifications:

• TS/SCI Clearance with polygraph.
• Familiarity with the client.
• Appropriate OT certifications and certificates (CISA, GICSP, COTSS and the like).

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

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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