GEOINT Systems Engineer
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GEOINT Systems Engineer
Location
Richardson, TX, United States
Experience
Senior
Posted
Jul 30, 2026
Apply by
August 29, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office
Job Description
SAIC is seeking GEOINT Systems Engineer to support SAIC’s Prime Program, Landmark AOS in Chantilly, VA. Landmark AOS is a large SETA program, supporting the NRO’s Ground Enterprise Directorate (GED), responsible for the acquisition of systems over the complete end-to-end life cycle.
As the GEOINT Systems Engineer you will interact daily with senior government and Program staff to analyze new concepts and technologies; support the definition and baselining of new capabilities and/or enhancements; advise on all aspects of System Engineering analysis (architecture, requirements, Concept of Operations (CONOPs), interfaces, schedule, and dependency identification); test support, and provide Readiness Event support.
Responsibilities to include
- Collaborate daily with development contractors, government program personnel, and customers on systems engineering and acquisition functions for GEOINT collection, mission management, and mission processing.
- Provide oversight and monitor software development and integration activities, ensuring alignment with government requirements and objectives.
- Perform engineering and analysis to support the successful development and delivery of core mission processing services throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
- Maintain cognizance of GEOINT mission projects, including technical baselines, schedules, dependencies, risks, and costs.
- Advise senior and mid-level managers on architectural decisions, investment strategies, acquisition priorities, and project risk assessments.
- Conduct strategic planning for mission architecture (e.g., technical trade studies, future architecture definition, software service recommendations) and programmatic needs (e.g., budgeting, cost estimation, acquisition schedules).
- Assess performance, cost, schedule, and risk impacts on existing ground architecture implementations.
- Evaluate vendor proposals and review technical reports, design artifacts, and program plans.
- Coordinate program activities to align with strategic priorities and performance standards.
### Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience; PhD and 4 years related experience. Relevant experience to be substituted in lieu of degree.
- Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Poly.
- Experience in GEOINT systems, including space and ground architecture, mission control, and mission processing functions.
- Knowledge/ Experience in IC/DoD system acquisition, including roles, processes, and project/program management.
- Experience in developing or supporting the development of processing capabilities for GEOINT systems.
- Domain knowledge in ground software, space development programs, or mission operations.
- Experience supporting the Intelligence Community (IC) programs.
- Self-motivated professional capable of executing tasks with minimal guidance.
- Strong organizational, time-management, and verbal / written communication skills, able to convey information across multiple customer and corporate audiences
### About the Company
[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/).
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with development contractors, government personnel, and customers on systems engineering and acquisition functions.
- Provide oversight and monitor software development and integration activities to ensure alignment with government requirements.
- Perform engineering and analysis to support the development and delivery of core mission processing services.
- Maintain cognizance of GEOINT mission projects, including technical baselines, schedules, dependencies, risks, and costs.
- Advise senior and mid-level managers on architectural decisions, investment strategies, and project risk assessments.
- Conduct strategic planning for mission architecture and programmatic needs such as budgeting and cost estimation.
- Assess performance, cost, schedule, and risk impacts on existing ground architecture implementations.
- Evaluate vendor proposals and review technical reports, design artifacts, and program plans.
- Coordinate program activities to align with strategic priorities and performance standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with 9 years or more experience
- Master's degree with 7 years or more experience
- PhD with 4 years or more experience
Skills Required
GEOINT systemsSpace and ground architectureMission controlMission processingIC/DoD system acquisitionProject managementProgram managementSoftware developmentIntegration activitiesTechnical baselinesSchedule managementRisk assessmentCost estimationVendor evaluationStrategic planningArchitecture definitionSelf-motivatedOrganizational skillsTime-managementVerbal communicationWritten communicationAbility to convey information across multiple audiences
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