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SAIC · 7 hours ago

Systems Engineer Principal

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$120K/yr - $160K/yr

9+ years exp

SAIC is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to support the GCDN/OCP program. The role involves serving as the technical lead for the design and implementation of Combat Data Networks and Operational Command Posts, ensuring secure and scalable communication infrastructures.

Information TechnologySecurityService IndustrySoftware

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical lead and subject-matter expert for the design, implementation, and lifecycle management of Combat Data Networks (CDN) and Operational Command Posts (OCP) across global and tactical deployments

Develop secure, scalable communications infrastructures, ensuring interoperability and mission-aligned functionality for CDN and OCP solutions

Lead teams in building and integrating CDN systems to enable high-performance data transport and real-time analytics support in command post operations

Architect and oversee the deployment of OCP systems, including tactical shelters, mobile command platforms, and secure communications hubs

Manage the engineering process from concept to completion, including requirements definition, system design, testing, and operational readiness

Develop and implement controls, processes, and enhancements to ensure the security, reliability, and operational effectiveness of military-grade CDN/OCP systems in contingency and forward-deployed environments

Qualification

Combat Data NetworksOperational Command PostsSecure communicationsSystem designLifecycle managementReal-time analyticsOperational readinessTeam leadership