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Payload Systems Engineer

📍 Location
Chantilly
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
June 01, 2026

About the Role

**Description**

SAIC is seeking a **Payload Systems Engineer** to provide onsite systems engineering and technical advisory (SETA) services in support of an SAIC Prime Program at the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) in Chantilly, VA.

As the **Payload Systems Engineer** , you will play a critical role in the development, acquisition, and execution of multiple satellite payload systems—both on‑orbit and in development. You will support the Payload Division SETA team in advising the government on technical, programmatic, and acquisition activities across EO and SAR payload portfolios. This role requires familiarity with NRO mission structures, acquisition processes, and satellite system lifecycles.

**Job Responsibilities to include:**

+ Advise the PROSPO Payload Division Chief on all aspects of payload development and acquisition.
+ Support the SPO in planning, execution, monitoring, and oversight of multiple EO and SAR payload systems in deve...

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