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This opportunity is part of a dynamic team where your analytical expertise and solution-oriented mindset will drive key system development projects from inception through delivery. Join SAIC and lead the charge in a pivotal role that rewards initiative and innovation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving projects to success, we want to hear from you!\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nDevelop system requirements in collaboration with SMEs and stakeholders\nAnalyze mission-level objectives and translate into clear, stakeholder-oriented operational plans (CONOPS)\nStrategically review developer's systems designs throughout all phases, including conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs\nCollaborate on verification and validation test plans and reviews to ensure systems meet customer objectives\nProvide insightful status reports, risk assessments, and identification of opportunities for multiple customer stakeholders\nProactively monitor and manage project schedules to ensure timely delivery\nAssist in crafting project review briefings for executive-level milestone presentations\nFoster collaborative relationships through timely, precise communication with customer and contractor stakeholders\nRepresent the customer with authority and expertise during key test events\nQualifications\nRequired Qualifications:\nMust currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly in order to be considered\nDemonstrated experience leading a team of system engineers and system administrators\nExperience with responding to TIER 3 level support\nExperience with gathering and implementing system requirements\nAbility to multi-task on large complex IT efforts\nDetail-oriented and highly organized\nStrong oral and written communication skills\nBachelor's Degree with 9 or more years of technical experience\nDesired Qualifications:\nFamiliarity with tracking requirements and needs using customer applications/tools\nExperience with the accreditation process\n10 or more years of working in the IC\nSCRUM certification\nRelated IT certifications are a plus","company":"SAI","rawCompany":"sai","city":"Sterling","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-16T17:59:03.448Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541690","title":"Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services","slug":"other-scientific-and-technical-consulting-services"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Lead Systems Engineer","description":"Job ID: 2610959\nLocation: Sterling, VA, US\nDate Posted: 2026-04-10\nCategory: Engineering and Sciences\nSubcategory: Systems Engineer\nSchedule: Full-Time\nShift: Day Job\nTravel: No\nMinimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI_wPoly\nClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None\nPotential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE\n\nDescription\nAre you a highly motivated Systems Engineer looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact? 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