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SAIC

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Skills

Science
SIM
Recruiting
Innovation
Operations Research
Algorithms
Sensors
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning (ML)
Cloud Computing
Physics
Applied Mathematics
TIBCO Rendezvous
Python
C++
Modeling
Data Analysis
Collaboration
Technical Analysis
Security Clearance
Aerospace
RPO
Satellite
High Performance Computing
GPU
STK
Astrodynamics
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2616994

Location: Chantilly, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-09-18

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Modeling/Sim Engr

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI with Poly

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is hiring a Senior Astrodynamics Engineer to join a mission-driven analysis team in Chantilly, VA, supporting multiple satellite programs at the forefront of national innovation. This role supports Government customers with frequent access to senior decision-makers and focuses on complex modeling, simulation, and mission analysis for novel satellite missions that directly support national priorities. The engineer will perform independent trade studies and technical assessments and deliver actionable insights to senior Government stakeholders.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Perform complex astrodynamics modeling and simulation, including orbit design, trajectory analysis, and/or orbit determination for current and future satellite missions.
Conduct independent trade studies and technical assessments, including evaluating and validating results provided by external teams.
Analyze and design orbit maneuvers (including Rendezvous and Proximity Operations), perform maneuver detection and conjunction assessment, and support space domain awareness and mission operations analysis.
Develop, implement, and maintain analysis tools and algorithms using Python or C++ (or similar languages), and leverage High Performance Computing resources where applicable.
Identify and assess new mission concepts and technical approaches, collaborating closely with experts in propulsion, sensors (radar/optical), AI/ML, cloud computing, and GPU-accelerated workloads.
Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and actionable technical briefings and written products to senior Government customers and other stakeholders.
Refine and update analyses in response to formal internal and external peer reviews and support related analyses across other SAIC prime contracts as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related technical STEM field and 5+ years of relevant experience in astrodynamics, orbit determination, or satellite mission analysis; OR
Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related technical STEM field and 2+ years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience with orbital mechanics and at least one of the following: orbit maneuver design, Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO), maneuver detection, conjunction assessment, or space domain awareness analysis.
Proficiency in Python or C++, or the demonstrated ability to rapidly apply existing programming skills in another language to Python or C++ for modeling, simulation, and data analysis.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a multi-disciplinary, mutually supportive engineering environment.
Experience conducting technical analyses and refining results in response to internal and external peer reviews.
Ability to work on-site in Chantilly, VA.

Clearance Requirements:

Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced degree (MS) in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, or a related discipline.
Experience with RPO mission design, autonomous proximity operations, or satellite servicing concepts.
Experience with maneuver detection, covariance analysis, and conjunction assessment in operational or high-fidelity simulation environments.
Familiarity with High-Performance Computing environments and/or GPU-accelerated computation for large-scale simulations.
Experience with tools such as STK, FreeFlyer, GMAT, Orekit, or similar astrodynamics and mission analysis software.
Prior experience supporting national security space or intelligence community space programs.

Physical Requirements:

Work is typically performed in an office or SCIF environment.
Ability to remain in a stationary position, operating a computer and other office equipment, for extended periods.
Ability to participate in in-person meetings, briefings, and occasional travel to customer or partner sites as required.

2026.10.1

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. 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: 2616994
Posted 30+ days 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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