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Chief Systems Engineer

Chantilly, VA, US • Posted 5 hours ago • Updated 5 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $240,001.00 - 280,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Skills

Science
Research
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning (ML)
Advanced Analytics
Robotics
Partnership
IT Operations
Security Clearance
Collaboration
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Management
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2616219

Location: Chantilly, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-08-27

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

SAIC is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer to support the Customer on strategic research linked to the applications of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, Autonomous Systems, and Robotics. The team works with stakeholders to identify challenges, develop innovative solutions, and transition capabilities to positively impact mission challenges. The candidate will be part of a team of multidisciplinary scientists and engineers that seeks to leverage industry and partnerships to transform technical operations. They are capable of utilizing their technical expertise for rapid prototype development and creating awareness of what the team can provide for mission needs.

Qualifications

Must have a current TS/SCI clearance and polygraph
Must have a Master's degree in an applicable field and at least 18 years of experience
Minimum of 10 years in a relevant technical field
Record of accomplishment supporting the customer on planning, implementing, and tracking team initiatives and deliverables
Outstanding coordination skills and ability to build strong customer relationships, along with a high comfort level managing multiple requirements
Experience managing large portfolios

Target salary range: $240,001 - $280,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2616219
Posted 5 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® 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. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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