Senior Systems Engineer - NASA Projects (Remote)

About the Role

SAIC is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support a dynamic program based at NASA’s Katherine Johnson Independent Verification and Validation Facility in Fairmont, WV. This Senior Systems Engineer remote position will require the ability to obtain a public trust clearance, and all work is to be performed onsite at the NASA IV&V Facility. You will perform various Systems / Software Engineering activities on NASA Spacecraft, Launch Vehicle, and/or Mission Ground systems throughout the NASA software development lifecycle phases.

What You'll Do

• Analyze concept of operations, requirements, detailed software design, interfaces, static code results, software implementation as it relates to requirements and design, and software build and integration test products.
• Conduct independent testing using in-house developed software simulations.
• Utilize documentation and experience to develop technical understanding, perform detailed assessments, and document issues, risks, and reports in accordance with standards and best practices.
• Document technical understanding through notes, reference summaries, charts, flow diagrams, scenarios, and formal modeling.
• Assess development artifacts for correctness, completeness, consistency, ambiguity, and feasibility with regards to technical references.
• Support development and execution of independent test scenarios and procedures to verify and validate correct implementation of mission-critical capabilities.
• Utilize in-house developed, Artificial Intelligence (AI) assisted analysis tools to perform various analyses and assess results for true positive findings.
• Collaborate closely with team members to build cohesion, brainstorm, share knowledge, and perform peer reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant fields.
• Minimum of 6 years related experience in systems engineering.
• Ability to develop analysis approaches and test cases to exercise system software behaviors.
• Experience with requirements analysis at system and software levels.
• Proficiency in software system testing, test analysis, and test case development.
• Strong communication skills – verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Computer Skills - Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Soft Skills – professionalism, strong work ethic, initiative, creativity, curiosity, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

Nice to Have

• Experience with embedded software implementation, analysis, or testing.
• Familiarity with static code analysis (manual and/or tool-supported).
• Experience with modeling tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Enterprise Architect, or MagicDraw.
• Knowledge of spacecraft and system simulation.
• Experience with space domains and spacecraft subsystems.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $150,000 per year.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Flexible work arrangements and remote work options.
• Dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and technology.