Job ID: 2612032
Location: Sterling, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-04-30
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Systems Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI_wPoly
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
Are you a highly motivated Systems Engineer looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact? SAIC has an immediate opening for an innovative Lead Systems Engineering Technical Advisor (SETA) to provide direct customer support on a critical development effort. This opportunity is part of a dynamic team where your analytical expertise and solution-oriented mindset will drive key system development projects from inception through delivery. Join SAIC and lead the charge in a pivotal role that rewards initiative and innovation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving projects to success, we want to hear from you!
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Key Responsibilities:
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Develop system requirements in collaboration with SMEs and stakeholders
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Analyze mission-level objectives and translate into clear, stakeholder-oriented operational plans (CONOPS)
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Strategically review developer's systems designs throughout all phases, including conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs
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Collaborate on verification and validation test plans and reviews to ensure systems meet customer objectives
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Provide insightful status reports, risk assessments, and identification of opportunities for multiple customer stakeholders
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Proactively monitor and manage project schedules to ensure timely delivery
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Assist in crafting project review briefings for executive-level milestone presentations
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Foster collaborative relationships through timely, precise communication with customer and contractor stakeholders
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Represent the customer with authority and expertise during key test events
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Desired Qualifications:
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Familiarity with tracking requirements and needs using customer applications/tools
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10 or more years of working in the IC
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Experience working the development of autonomous vehicles
Target salary range: $200,001 - $240,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
