Scientific Systems Engineer

SILVER SPRING, MD, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 14 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $80,001.00 - 120,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Skills

Science
Evaluation
Research
Spring Framework
IT Service Management
Hardware Management
Software Support
Desktop Administration
Virtualization
Software Maintenance
Operating Systems
Preventive Maintenance
Optimization
System Monitoring
End-user Computing
Switches
Routers
Technical Support
Computer Hardware
Regulatory Compliance
Management
Customer Support
IT Operations
Problem Solving
User Guides
Training
Chemistry
Physics
Information Systems
Computer Science
Computational Science
Microsoft Windows
OS X
Active Directory
Microsoft Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows Server
Instrumentation
Communication
Technical Writing
Reporting
Security Clearance
Linux
Ubuntu
Oracle Linux
Scripting
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2512457

Location: SILVER SPRING, MD, US

Date Posted: 2026-01-28

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Systems Engineer

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description

SAIC is seeking a Scientific Systems Engineer to support FDA operations. This role provides critical scientific computing support to FDA scientists within the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) in Silver Spring, MD. Our team supports FDA's scientific mission through comprehensive technical services including hardware management, software support, desktop administration, infrastructure maintenance, and virtualization - all within specialized laboratory environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform software application maintenance on scientific workstations across multiple operating systems (Windows, macOS and Linux environments).
Execute routine and preventative maintenance including application installations, disk optimization, and system monitoring.
Maintain and troubleshoot end-user computing hardware including workstations, network switches, and routers.
Detect, isolate, document, and rapidly resolve system outages and technical problems in the scientific environment.
Respond to user support requests for hardware and software issues, ensuring proper escalation when necessary.
Communicate problem status updates to users effectively.
Configure and manage Windows and macOS scientific workstations with Active Directory integration.
Ensure strict compliance with FDA security standards and policies.
Provide direct customer support for day-to-day technical operations.
Document problems in logging and reporting tool and maintain accurate problem-resolution logs.
Additional responsibilities will include end user documentation and training, computer moves and deployments, and additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in scientific or technical discipline - (chemistry, physics), engineering (any), information systems, computer science, or related interdisciplinary degree).
10+ years of relevant experience in scientific computing environments.
Proficient in setup, configuration and administration of Windows and macOS computers.
Experience with Active Directory and Windows Server Update Services.
Proven troubleshooting skills for laboratory instrumentation systems and associated software.
Excellent oral and written communication abilities for technical documentation and reporting.
Demonstrated experience working with highly technical customer base including scientists, researchers and physicians.
Must possess active FDA Public Trust clearance or ability to obtain prior to start.
U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred:

Familiarity with Linux OS (Ubuntu, Oracle Enterprise Linux).
Experience with scripting languages and automation tools.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2512457
Posted 30+ days ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 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, civilian and intelligence markets include 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 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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