Senior Systems Engineer
SAIC
Software Engineering
Remote
USD 80,001-120k / year
Posted on May 12, 2026
Senior Systems Engineer
Job ID: 2612426
Location: Remote Work, OK, United States
Date Posted: May 11, 2026
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Systems Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Interim_Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Potential for Remote Work: Remote
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Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer Principal to support software sustainment activities for the B-52H System Program Office (SPO) and Mission Planning Environment. This role requires expertise in military aircraft systems and software, with a focus on collaboration, problem-solving, and facilitating technical discussions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide software engineering expertise for B-52H software block cycle updates, including OAS, CONECT, and targeting pod integration.
- Assess and report on software maintenance performance, design efficiency, integration, and testing approaches.
- Review and analyze software documentation (e.g., SSS, SRS, IDD, SRD) and engineering data.
- Participate in requirements, design, and test procedure peer reviews, providing technical feedback.
- Attend technical and programmatic reviews, weekly Software Configuration Control Boards (SCCB), and Test and Fielding Configuration Control Boards.
- Analyze problem reports and provide recommendations for schedule execution and risk management.
- Support advanced testing methodologies in lab and aircraft environments.
- Facilitate meetings and discussions to drive technical solutions and program objectives.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. Minimum of 5 years working with military aircraft systems and software.
- Proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Project, Visio).
- Familiarity with Agile development processes, Dynamic Object-Oriented Requirements System (DOORS), and Technical Orders (TOs).
- Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and facilitation abilities.
- Excellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills.
Desired Experience:
- Aircraft and lab testing experience.
- Familiarity with B-52H or B-1B software/hardware.
Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
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 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. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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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