$160,001–$200,000 Per Year
Agile Programming Methodologies, Antenna, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Communications Security (COMSEC), Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Processing, Emerging Technology, Enterprise Service Bus (ESB), Government, Government Contracts, Information Technology & Information Systems, Integration Testing, Interpersonal Skills, LoadRunner, Military, Professional Services, Project Management Software, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), REST (Representational State Transfer), SSH (Secure Shell), Satellite Operations, Security Clearance, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Development, Software Testing, System Integration (SI), Systems Engineering, T-3 / DS3, Team Player, Technical Analysis, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Tools, Top Secret Clearance, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Validation Testing, Work From Home
Ground Systems Engineer
Job ID: 2612859
Location: Denver, CO, United States
Date Posted: Jun 30, 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
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: On-Site
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Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking an experienced Ground Systems Engineer to support the Space Development Agency (SDA) Tranche 3 Program Integration (T3PI) program. This position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance. This position resides in Chantilly, Virginia.
SAIC is overseeing the Systems Engineering and Integration of the Tranche 3 space vehicle constellations, hundreds of satellites accomplishing multiple mission areas, including missile warning, tracking and defense. We work with the SDA, end users, space vehicle contractors, and ground segment contractors to ensure the architecture, requirements, implementation, integration and testing are executed successfully. Consistent with the SDA's approach, the program will be fast-paced, dynamic, highly exciting and uniquely rewarding for the right candidate.
The T3PI Ground Systems Engineer responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Act as Program Integrator Liaison to the Ground Segment development contractor
- Monitor key interface development, testing, and software deployment and advise the T3PI team and Government Systems Engineering Team on progress
- Collaborate with key stakeholders on ICDs, interface maturation, and inclusion of new interfaces in support of mission closure
- Identify and assess emerging technical and programmatic risks related to the ground systems and collaborate with system contractor team(s) to develop and evaluate mitigation strategies
- Support verification, validation, and deployment of ground solutions to operations
- Support readiness reviews and major program reviews to evaluate ground system readiness
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- Bachelor''s degree in engineering or information technology and 14 years of relevant experience OR Master''s degree and 12 years of relevant experience in development and operation of classified satellite ground systems specifically related to mission planning, management, command and control, data processing and dissemination
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environment
- Ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
- Ability to facilitate technical discussions with Subject Matter Experts
- Experienced with fast-paced, space or ground system programs
- Experience with Cloud-based ground systems deployed in Amazon Commercial Cloud Services (C2S) such as the Secret Commercial Cloud Services (SC2S)
- Broad technical experience related to cloud operations, DevSecOps, CI/CD, PKI, networks, and interfaces
- Experience in Agile methods for program management or software development
- Experience developing and testing software with heavy utilization of REST and ESB, including testing tools such as SoapUI, Fortify, SSH, LoadRunner, Swagger, Parasoft, Fiddler, etc.
- Experience with space-sector technologies and protocols used for COMSEC, time sync, and communicating with antenna services
Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. 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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SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.
We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.