{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"1f4bc71f328221e1bcc5dbd2","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1f4bc71f328221e1bcc5dbd2","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1f4bc71f328221e1bcc5dbd2","title":"Ground Systems Engineer","description":"Job ID 2612859-OTHLOC-100000654856581Location Denver, CO, USDate Posted 2026-05-21Category Engineering and SciencesSubcategory Systems EngineerSchedule Full-TimeShift Day JobTravel Yes - 10% of the timeMinimum Clearance Required TS.SCIClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain NonePotential for Remote Work ORA_ON_SITEDescriptionSAIC is seeking an experienced Ground Systems Engineer to support the Space Development Agency (SDA) Tranche 3 Program Integration (T3PI) program. This position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance. This position resides in Chantilly, Virginia.SAIC is overseeing the Systems Engineering and Integration of the Tranche 3 space vehicle constellations, hundreds of satellites accomplishing multiple mission areas, including missile warning, tracking and defense. We work with the SDA, end users, space vehicle contractors, and ground segment contractors to ensure the architecture, requirements, implementation, integration and testing are executed successfully. Consistent with the SDA’s approach, the program will be fast-paced, dynamic, highly exciting and uniquely rewarding for the right candidate.The T3PI Ground Systems Engineer responsibilities include, but are not limited to Act as Program Integrator Liaison to the Ground Segment development contractorMonitor key interface development, testing, and software deployment and advise the T3PI team and Government Systems Engineering Team on progress Collaborate with key stakeholders on ICDs, interface maturation, and inclusion of new interfaces in support of mission closureIdentify and assess emerging technical and programmatic risks related to the ground systems and collaborate with system contractor team(s) to develop and evaluate mitigation strategiesSupport verification, validation, and deployment of ground solutions to operationsSupport readiness reviews and major program reviews to evaluate ground system readiness QualificationsRequired Education and ExperienceActive TS/SCI clearanceBachelor's degree in engineering or information technology and 14 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree and 12 years of relevant experience in development and operation of classified satellite ground systems specifically related to mission planning, management, command and control, data processing and disseminationExcellent communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environmentAbility to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partnersAbility to facilitate technical discussions with Subject Matter ExpertsExperienced with fast-paced, space or ground system programsExperience with Cloud-based ground systems deployed in Amazon Commercial Cloud Services (C2S) such as the Secret Commercial Cloud Services (SC2S)Broad technical experience related to cloud operations, DevSecOps, CI/CD, PKI, networks, and interfacesExperience in Agile methods for program management or software developmentExperience developing and testing software with heavy utilization of REST and ESB, including testing tools such as SoapUI, Fortify, SSH, LoadRunner, Swagger, Parasoft, Fiddler, etc.Experience with space-sector technologies and protocols used for COMSEC, time sync, and communicating with antenna services Target salary range $160,001 - $200,000. 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This position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance. This position resides in Chantilly, Virginia.SAIC is overseeing the Systems Engineering and Integration of the Tranche 3 space vehicle constellations, hundreds of satellites accomplishing multiple mission areas, including missile warning, tracking and defense. We work with the SDA, end users, space vehicle contractors, and ground segment contractors to ensure the architecture, requirements, implementation, integration and testing are executed successfully. 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