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Scientific Systems Engineer

College Park, MD, US • Posted 13 hours ago • Updated 13 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $40,001.00 - 80,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Science
Security Clearance
Recruiting
Communication
Software Maintenance
Linux
Preventive Maintenance
System Monitoring
Operating Systems
Antivirus
Collections
Recovery
Reporting
Management
Repair
Computer Hardware
End-user Computing
Printers
Routers
Switches
Continuous Improvement
Inventory
Regulatory Compliance
User Guides
Training
Microsoft Windows
OS X
Microsoft Office
ServiceNow
Bomgar
Remote Desktop Services
Citrix
Cisco VPN
Microsoft SCCM
Microsoft Deployment Toolkit
MDT
Centrify
Active Directory
Symantec
VMware
Java
Software Troubleshooting
Virtual Private Network
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2611231

Location: College Park, MD, US

Date Posted: 2026-04-09

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: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is recruiting for a Scientific Systems Engineer for one of our programs supporting the FDA. This candidate will be required to provide general support for Windows and Mac OS workstations in the FDA laboratory and office environment. The ideal candidate shall have expertise in setup, configuration, administration of Windows and OS Scientific Workstations, and integrating them with Active Directory/etc. Independent, motivated individuals with good oral and written communication skills for documenting process and procedures, and briefing reports are desired. The candidate must be skilled in the setup, configuration and management of scientific workstations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Perform software application maintenance on scientific workstations running a variety of operating systems including Mac OS, Windows, and some Linux.
Perform routine and preventative maintenance such as general computer tasks, application loads, disk utilization, system loading and system monitoring, applying operating system patches, antivirus updates.
Detect, isolate, document, rapidly report, and resolve system outages or problems encountered during operations of the scientific workstations, which includes the collections of diagnostic data, restoring the system operation, development of workarounds, and other activities necessary for recovery of a system.
Accurately document problems in logging and discrepancy reporting tools.
Work directly with the customer in most aspects of the day-to-day activities.
Respond to user calls regarding hardware and software problems, correcting or ensuring that problems are escalated when required. Communicate with users and senior management the status of key problem statuses.
Perform hands-on repair of equipment and maintenance/installation of computing infrastructure.
Maintain and troubleshoot all hardware associated with end-user computing, including printers, workstations, router switches, etc.
Implement continuous improvement methodology through the use of IT systems or procedure.
Maintain inventory of system assets.
Ensure compliance with FDA standards and security policies.
Additional responsibilities will include: End user documentation and training, computer moves and deployments, and additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 0 years' experience or additional experience in lieu of degree
5 years of relevant experience
Must be able to obtain a Public Trust
Technologies used:Windows, Mac OS, Microsoft Office, ServiceNow, BeyondTrust Bomgar, Remote Desktop Connection, Citrix, Zscaler, Cisco VPN, SCCM, MDT, Centrify, Active Directory, Access Card Utility, ActiveClient, Symantec, Parallels, VMware, and Java
Scientific software troubleshooting
VPN
PIV card troubleshooting
Workstation set up

Target salary range: $40,001 - $80,000. 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: 2611231
Posted 13 hours 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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