Systems Engineer

SAIC is seeking an expert-level Systems Engineer to provide strategic program management and SETA support for multiple AI/ML and data analytics initiatives within a mission-critical intelligence environment. This role requires a dynamic leader who can interface with senior government stakeholders, coordinate cross-functional teams and vendors, drive complex projects from concept through deployment, and provide technical guidance on government contracting and acquisition activities.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Project Management and Technical Leadership.
• Establish scope, metrics, roadmaps, and deliverables for AI/ML and data analytics projects.
• Prioritize requirements with program teams using Agile methodologies.
• Identify risks and develop/monitor mitigations.
• Provide technical support and guidance to COTRs on contract performance and technical matters.
• Monitor and respond to action items, process access requests, and coordinate preparation of weekly highlights.
• Support division leadership by maintaining high-level awareness of all AI/ML projects across the division.
• Mentor junior staff and interns

Systems Engineering, Documentation, and Knowledge Management

• Document workflows, processes, and requirements.
• Produce a wide range of documentation including senior leadership briefings, strategic plans, CONOPS, risk matrices, etc.
• Maintain knowledge repositories (Confluence, Hive) and distribution lists

Stakeholder Engagement and Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate and facilitate TEMs with government stakeholders, development teams, and vendors.
• Serve as liaison between division and department front office team.
• Coordinate vendor activities across multiple contracts, removing blockers and ensuring alignment.
• Facilitate demonstrations, training sessions, and outreach activities.
• Coordinate weekly division meetings with comprehensive action tracking and follow-up.

Technical Evaluation and Analysis

• Test and evaluate developing AI/ML platforms and capabilities to assess functionality and readiness.
• Analyze data and create user feedback mechanisms to inform development priorities and decision-making
  

• Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience
• Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph

Leadership and Government Engagement

• Proven ability to interface with senior government leadership and influence critical program decisions.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including technical teams, project managers, and end users.
• Knowledge of government contracting and acquisition processes, including FAR, OTA, and COTR roles.
• Ability to provide technical support and guidance to COTRs.

Systems Engineering and Project Management

• Strong experience with Agile methodologies and sprint-based development.
• Understanding of software and system development lifecycles.
• Experience managing full project lifecycles from concept through deployment.
• Experience documenting workflows, processes, and CONOPS.
• Knowledge of requirements gathering, analysis, and prioritization methods.
• Experience identifying project risks and developing/monitoring mitigations.

AI/ML and Data Analytics

• Experience with AI/ML technologies and model integration into systems.
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Understanding of deep learning concepts and architectures.
• Experience evaluating or testing developing AI/ML platforms.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and visualize data to support decision-making.
• Experience capturing UI/UX requirements to inform product development.
• Experience working with large language models (LLMs).

Communication and Coordination

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with ability to tailor messaging to technical and executive audiences.
• Strong facilitation and coordination skills across cross-functional teams.
• Experience producing technical documentation, presentations, A&A artifacts, and leadership briefings.

Tools and Technical Skills

• Self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with collaboration and knowledge management platforms (Confluence, Hive).
• Proficiency with MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Strong organizational skills managing multiple concurrent priorities in a fast-paced environment.