What are the responsibilities and job description for the Opportunities Supporting Space Force in El Segundo, Ca position at SAIC?
Job ID: 2615322
Location: El Segundo, CA, US
Date Posted: 2026-08-06
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Systems Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
The MSEIT effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command. We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state-of-the-art Military Satellite Communications systems, providing global secure protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems
The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) program effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the US Space Force’s Space Systems Center (SSC). We support the Space Force’s acquisition of state of the art satellite communications systems, providing global secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation’s warfighters. We seek technical individuals who will thrive in a highly collaborative work environment of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies to tackle the challenges of integrating complex space and ground communications systems
Below are the openings:
SATCOM Requirement Systems Engineer- Developing next generation of Space Communication using Model Base Systems activities to assist with development and maintenance baseline
Software Delivery Lead- Responsible for actively coordinating software deliveries and operational acceptance activities across Agile development teams, operational and supporting U.S. Space Force capabilities.
Software Architect-Will support Space Force acquisition in designing state of the art satellite communications systems
Senior ESS Ground Systems Integration Engineer – Lead ground systems engineering & integration activities to develop, define and implement ESS ground architecture. Applying MBSE methods and models.
Configuration Management Specialist – You will Draft, implement, endorse and promulgate leadership’s direction and vision regarding Configuration Management.
Senior Crypto Security Engineer- Provide technical expertise in the development, integration, and delivery of both space and ground cryptographic units, ensuring all solutions align requirements
Senior Program Systems Integration Engineer- Develop and implement integration strategies and processes to integrate satellite communication systems, segments (Ground, Space, Crypto, Terminals), subsystems, elements, and components.
Strategic MBSE Requirements ICD Lead- Lead the Development of Satellite Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for spacecraft, ground systems, payloads, and cross‑system interfaces in a Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) environment.
Spacecraft Subsystem SME- Provide the technical leadership and assessment for the ESS Program Office in delivery of the space vehicle in the area of Mechanical, Electrical or Test.
Senior ESS Ground Systems Integration Specialist- Develop and implement integration strategies and processes to successfully integrate satellite communication systems, segments (Ground, Space, Crypto, Terminals), subsystems, elements, and components
Qualifications
TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experienc
US citizenship required
Must have a Secret Clearance
Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Salary : $160,001 - $200,000