Systems Engineer
SAIC · Chula Vista, CA
Posted Sep 5, 2026
Job Description
Job Description
Description
SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer for the Unmanned Maritime Systems Support (UMSS) effort. This program will entail support of the Expeditionary Unmanned Systems (ExUS) project, unmanned equipment development and testing and logistics support for the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC).
This position is contingent upon award news, expected September 2026. This position is on site at the NIWC Pacific Bayside facility in San Diego, CA.
The Systems Engineer will provide systems engineering support for the development, integration, testing, analysis, and documentation of software and hardware modifications supporting developmental MK 18 FoS Systems and Next Generation UUV capabilities.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline and 7 years of experience. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Required Security Clearance:
- Must have an active secret clearance on first day of employment.
Desired Qualifications and Experience:
- Experience in ACAT IV programs, or higher.
- 7 years of experience in managing engineering and design projects, to include scope/requirements development, documentation, planning, scheduling, budgeting, monitoring, controlling, status reporting, drafting, editing, and presenting project related presentations.
- 7 years of experience in the development of engineering systems and processes, to include operational requirements analysis, concept exploration and analysis, hardware development, test and evaluation planning and documentation, production, operational and logistics support analysis.
Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. 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 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. 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.
Skills:
ACAT (Risk Management), Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Calendar Management, Documentation, Documentation Plan, Editing, Emerging Technology, Engineering Management, Hardware Administration, Hardware Development, Hardware Quality Assurance, Information Technology & Information Systems, Integration Testing, Logistics, Logistics Analysis, NeXT Systems, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Professional Services, Requirements Management, Software Administration, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Test Plan/Schedule
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SAIC
SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.
Company Size:
10,000 employees or more
Industry:
Computer/IT Services
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2013
Website:
https://jobs.saic.com/
Description
SAIC is seeking a Systems Engineer for the Unmanned Maritime Systems Support (UMSS) effort. This program will entail support of the Expeditionary Unmanned Systems (ExUS) project, unmanned equipment development and testing and logistics support for the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC).
This position is contingent upon award news, expected September 2026. This position is on site at the NIWC Pacific Bayside facility in San Diego, CA.
The Systems Engineer will provide systems engineering support for the development, integration, testing, analysis, and documentation of software and hardware modifications supporting developmental MK 18 FoS Systems and Next Generation UUV capabilities.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline and 7 years of experience. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Required Security Clearance:
- Must have an active secret clearance on first day of employment.
Desired Qualifications and Experience:
- Experience in ACAT IV programs, or higher.
- 7 years of experience in managing engineering and design projects, to include scope/requirements development, documentation, planning, scheduling, budgeting, monitoring, controlling, status reporting, drafting, editing, and presenting project related presentations.
- 7 years of experience in the development of engineering systems and processes, to include operational requirements analysis, concept exploration and analysis, hardware development, test and evaluation planning and documentation, production, operational and logistics support analysis.
Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. 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 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. 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.
Skills:
ACAT (Risk Management), Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Calendar Management, Documentation, Documentation Plan, Editing, Emerging Technology, Engineering Management, Hardware Administration, Hardware Development, Hardware Quality Assurance, Information Technology & Information Systems, Integration Testing, Logistics, Logistics Analysis, NeXT Systems, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Professional Services, Requirements Management, Software Administration, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Test Plan/Schedule
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SAIC
SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.
Company Size:
10,000 employees or more
Industry:
Computer/IT Services
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2013
Website:
https://jobs.saic.com/
Additional Details
- City
- Chula Vista
- State
- California
- Country
- US
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