Systems Integration Lead/Sr Systems Engineer

SAIC is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Integration Lead to join our

team supporting unique complex IT and SIGINT solutions. In this leadership role,

you will serve as the primary requirements and the systems, applications, and

architectures designed to meet them. You will lead a cross-functional

integration and engineering team, drive integration and migration planning, and

serve as the ultimate advocate for client mission success. This position may

require on-site support at customer locations and will directly support ISR and

C4ISR programs.

Work Environment

This is a senior, integration-based leadership role that requires onsite

leadership at SAIC and customer sites on Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD. The

Integration Lead will operate at the intersection of technical execution and

strategic client engagement, working collaboratively and directly with the SAIC

Chief engineer. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned professional who

thrives in complex, mission-critical environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Integration & Architecture
• * Lead the integrating and implementation of designs and architectures across
• and into multiple systems and platforms.
• * Translate complex client and mission requirements into detailed system
• designs and Integration specifications, for scaled IT and SIGINT solutions.
• * Conduct in-depth analysis of intelligence information requirements, and
• operational environments.
• * Develop and maintain planning baselines to support program execution and
• technical decision-making.
• * Lead the creation and management of integration schedules, migration plans,
• and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with program objectives and client needs.
• Client Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement
• * Serve as the authoritative voice for the client, ensuring all technical
• solutions directly address identified business problems and mission
• requirements.
• * Interact frequently with internal and external senior management and customer
• representatives regarding projects, operational decisions, scheduling
• requirements, and contractual matters.
• * Lead and deliver briefings and technical meetings for both internal
• stakeholders and external customer representatives.
• * Support business process improvement initiatives and systems analysis efforts
• across mission, systems, and fiscal domains.
• Program & Mission Support
• * Support ISR and C4ISR program clients with integration strategy, technical
• planning, and execution oversight.
• * Assist in the analysis and documentation of intelligence information
• requirements.
• * Contribute to the development of budgets, schedules, and performance
• standards in support of program goals.
• * Provide project-based support, including potential on-site engagement at
• customer facilities.
• Leadership & Management Responsibilities
• * Works closely and effectively with the Chief Engineer to understand design
• decisions and outcomes that meet customer expectations.
• * Directly manage and mentor subordinate engineers and experienced specialist
• staff who operate with significant latitude and independence.
• * Provide clear direction, delegate assignments effectively, and establish
• accountability across the team for daily work.
• * Establish operational objectives and work plans for one or more departments
• or functional areas.
• * Collaborate with senior management to review operational outcomes and ensure
• organizational objectives are being met.
• * Establish and enforce operating policies and procedures that govern
• departmental and cross-functional work units.
• * Interpret and apply company-wide policies and procedures to ensure
• consistent, compliant operations.
• Decision-Making & Impact
• * Operate in an objective-oriented environment where work is evaluated based on
• the achievement of organizational goals and adherence to program timelines.
• * Make high-impact decisions that have extended effects on work processes,
• project outcomes, and mission success.
• * Understand that erroneous decisions in this role can result in:
• * Critical project delays and required modifications.
• * Significant expenditure of additional time, resources, and funding.
• * Risk to future business opportunities and customer relationships.
• SAIC® [http://www.saic.com/] 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 [http://www.saic.com/]. For ongoing news,
• please visit our newsroom [http://www.saic.com/who-we-are/newsroom/].