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Job ID: 2616905
Location: Chantilly, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-09-16
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Systems Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
Join a mission driven satellite program at the forefront of national defense innovation. Our team is developing cutting edge technologies that directly support critical Department of War priorities, combining both proven and first-of-their-kind capabilities that have never been applied in space. Operating within a fast-paced acquisition environment, we benefit from streamlined authorities and direct access to senior Government decisionmakers, enabling us to move quickly and execute aggressive schedules using the most innovative contracting strategies available.
SAIC is seeking self-directed leaders who skillfully navigate ambiguity, solve complex challenges, and bring diverse expertise to a dynamic environment focused on delivering capability rapidly. Success here requires adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to wear multiple hats in support of a high impact mission. Candidates experienced as USAF/USSF acquisition officers (AFSC: 63A) or developmental engineers (AFSC: 62E) leading satellite programs in the USSF (SSC), NRO, or SDA, applying the full range of the systems engineering discipline (e.g., Requirements Development, Architecture, SE milestones: SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.), and/or DAWIA/PMI Program Management will be especially well-prepared to excel.
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide operations expertise to requirements and CONOPS development, systems design and testing, systems integration, tactical/operational command and control analysis.
- Assist in translating space operator mission requirements to developer capabilities.
- Review documentation, represent government as required in forums that support streamlined delivery of new capabilities and standardization of integration efforts.
- Assist with securely scaling development of prototyped systems to enterprise operational applications for space.
- Sustain development and refinement of acquisition strategies, as well as identify program execution issues and provide recommendations.
- Generate presentation materials, status briefings, and strategic communication products to assist the government customer in achieving favorable program outcomes.
- Act as liaison between Government acquisition program office and Government operations organizations.
- Evaluate prime contractor performance at milestone reviews ensuring compliance with technical requirements, and quality of deliverables.
- Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor designs at major milestone reviews to assess progress, risks and issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements.
- Provide technical support to Government customer activities and programmatic processes.
Qualifications
TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience.
- Strong satellite systems engineering background.
Experience with space systems, including development of concept of operations, mission threads, and collaboration with stakeholders on interfaces; ability to conduct trade studies, define interfaces, and work with the developer to mature interface requirements.
Ability to absorb extensive technical detail and logically formulate solutions for execution on an inflexible schedule, often requiring integration of conflicting and, at times, incomplete data.
Knowledge and application of Systems Engineering processes and functions.
Systems engineering and system integration experience.
Experience with the Intelligence Community or the Department of Defense Satellite Program Office best practices.
Experience with satellite system requirements development, design, manufacturing, and test.
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environment.
Ability to facilitate technical discussions with SMEs.
Ability to communicate with a diverse audience of senior decision makers with varying levels of programmatic and technical expertise.
Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills.
Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment with no supervision.
TS/SCI required.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Previous SAP experience desired.
Job ID: 2616905
Location: Chantilly, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-09-16
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Systems Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description
Join a mission driven satellite program at the forefront of national defense innovation. Our team is developing cutting edge technologies that directly support critical Department of War priorities, combining both proven and first-of-their-kind capabilities that have never been applied in space. Operating within a fast-paced acquisition environment, we benefit from streamlined authorities and direct access to senior Government decisionmakers, enabling us to move quickly and execute aggressive schedules using the most innovative contracting strategies available.
SAIC is seeking self-directed leaders who skillfully navigate ambiguity, solve complex challenges, and bring diverse expertise to a dynamic environment focused on delivering capability rapidly. Success here requires adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to wear multiple hats in support of a high impact mission. Candidates experienced as USAF/USSF acquisition officers (AFSC: 63A) or developmental engineers (AFSC: 62E) leading satellite programs in the USSF (SSC), NRO, or SDA, applying the full range of the systems engineering discipline (e.g., Requirements Development, Architecture, SE milestones: SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.), and/or DAWIA/PMI Program Management will be especially well-prepared to excel.
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide operations expertise to requirements and CONOPS development, systems design and testing, systems integration, tactical/operational command and control analysis.
- Assist in translating space operator mission requirements to developer capabilities.
- Review documentation, represent government as required in forums that support streamlined delivery of new capabilities and standardization of integration efforts.
- Assist with securely scaling development of prototyped systems to enterprise operational applications for space.
- Sustain development and refinement of acquisition strategies, as well as identify program execution issues and provide recommendations.
- Generate presentation materials, status briefings, and strategic communication products to assist the government customer in achieving favorable program outcomes.
- Act as liaison between Government acquisition program office and Government operations organizations.
- Evaluate prime contractor performance at milestone reviews ensuring compliance with technical requirements, and quality of deliverables.
- Provide technical and programmatic assessments of contractor designs at major milestone reviews to assess progress, risks and issues, and the ability to achieve mission requirements.
- Provide technical support to Government customer activities and programmatic processes.
Qualifications
TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience.
- Strong satellite systems engineering background.
Experience with space systems, including development of concept of operations, mission threads, and collaboration with stakeholders on interfaces; ability to conduct trade studies, define interfaces, and work with the developer to mature interface requirements.
Ability to absorb extensive technical detail and logically formulate solutions for execution on an inflexible schedule, often requiring integration of conflicting and, at times, incomplete data.
Knowledge and application of Systems Engineering processes and functions.
Systems engineering and system integration experience.
Experience with the Intelligence Community or the Department of Defense Satellite Program Office best practices.
Experience with satellite system requirements development, design, manufacturing, and test.
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environment.
Ability to facilitate technical discussions with SMEs.
Ability to communicate with a diverse audience of senior decision makers with varying levels of programmatic and technical expertise.
Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills.
Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment with no supervision.
TS/SCI required.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Previous SAP experience desired.
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Who's Hiring
- Northrop Grumman32
- Lockheed Martin25
- Amazon18
- BAE Systems USA15
- Raytheon12
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software10
- Manufacturing6
- Aerospace & Defense6
- Electronics & Hardware6
- Consulting & Professional Services5
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in systems integration specialist jobs.
- Experience designing and implementing REST or SOAP APIs between enterprise systems
- Proficiency with at least one iPaaS or ESB platform such as MuleSoft, Boomi, or Azure Integration Services
- Hands-on knowledge of data mapping, transformation formats such as JSON and XML, and EDI standards
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle and their integration interfaces
- Experience working in Agile project environments with cross-functional development and operations teams
Tips for Your Systems Integration Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to the integration stack
Hiring managers scan for the specific platforms in their environment first. List every middleware tool, ESB, or iPaaS platform you've worked with, and note the systems on each end of the integration, not just the connector you used.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists systems integration specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify throughput and reliability outcomes
Generic claims about 'improving efficiency' get ignored. Describe the data volume, system count, or uptime improvement your integrations produced. Reviewers in technical roles respond to evidence, not adjectives.
Filter postings by integration domain not job title
Job titles vary widely across companies. Search for the underlying technology, such as MuleSoft, Boomi, Azure Logic Apps, or SAP BTP, to surface roles that match your actual skill set rather than just a keyword.
Prepare a live integration walkthrough for interviews
Most technical rounds include a system design or whiteboard exercise. Practice narrating an end-to-end integration you built, covering data mapping decisions, error handling, and why you chose synchronous versus asynchronous patterns.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Integration roles often expand quickly once you're inside the organization. Clarify at the offer stage which systems are in scope, whether the role is greenfield or legacy migration, and what the on-call expectations are.
Systems Integration Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most systems integration specialists?
The companies hiring the most systems integration specialists right now include Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and Amazon, with the largest share of openings in California, Virginia, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Defense contractors, large health systems, and enterprise software vendors consistently post the highest volume of roles.
How many systems integration specialist jobs are remote?
About 43% of systems integration specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the collaborative but largely code-based nature of the work. API development, middleware configuration, and cloud integration roles tend to be the most remote-friendly, while on-premises ERP and OT network integration roles more often require an on-site presence.
How do you become a systems integration specialist?
Start by building a foundation in software development or IT systems administration, then develop hands-on experience with at least one integration platform. Pursue a relevant certification, such as MuleSoft Certified Developer or Microsoft Certified Azure Developer, to validate platform-specific skills. Work on projects that require you to connect dissimilar systems, practice data mapping and transformation, and build a portfolio of documented integrations you can walk through in interviews.
Can you get hired as a systems integration specialist without direct experience?
Yes, but you'll need to compensate with adjacent technical depth. Employers hiring at the associate level look for candidates who understand APIs, databases, and at least one scripting language, even if they haven't held the title. Building a project that connects two public APIs, documenting your design decisions, and earning a platform certification can substitute for formal integration experience in many entry-level postings.
What does the systems integration specialist interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds. A recruiter screen is followed by a technical phone interview covering API design, data transformation, and error handling. A system design round asks you to map an integration between two named platforms under constraints. Final rounds typically include a conversation with a project manager or lead architect about how you collaborate across development, operations, and vendor teams.
Where can I find and apply to systems integration specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to systems integration specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your integration stack and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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