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SAIC

Principal Systems Engineer

SAIC

. Support Specialty Engineering initiatives under the guidance of senior engineers .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Systems Safety Engineering, including the development of safety documentation and policies, as well as the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences. Proficient in applying SSE methodologies and tools, with a strong focus on risk analysis and mitigation strategies.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Systems Safety EngineeringRisk AnalysisSSE MethodologiesTechnical CommunicationActive SECRET Clearance

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Hard Skills
Risk CategorizationSafety Documentation DevelopmentMachine Learning System Safety EngineeringSSE Best PracticesSSE Artifacts DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTechnical Inputs PreparationData Call PreparationSSE Process Documentation
Soft Skills
Organizational SkillsClear CommunicationTeam CoordinationPresentation Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringActive SECRET Clearance
Industry Keywords
Defense SystemsJoint Services Weapon Safety Review BoardsDoW Specialty EngineeringSSE Communities of PracticeTechnical Interchange Meetings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Support Specialty Engineering initiatives under the guidance of senior engineers
  • Analyze defense systems to identify hazards, categorize risk, and recommend mitigations to reduce mishap probability and severity
  • Develop and update DoW safety documentation, including System Safety Management Plans
  • Develop policies and guidance, including Machine Learning System Safety Engineering Guides
  • Develop training materials
  • Assist with SSE reviews, updates, and configuration control activities
  • Apply SSE best practices in support of DoW Specialty Engineering initiatives
  • Develop SSE artifacts and supporting documentation
  • Assist senior engineers in documenting SSE processes, workflows, and lessons learned
  • Prepare briefings and examples supporting SSE adoption
  • Participate in SSE Communities of Practice and Working Groups
  • Prepare technical inputs to data calls, briefings, articles, and reports for government stakeholders
  • Communicate technical concepts to multidisciplinary teams using models and visualizations
  • Assist senior staff in coordinating across government and contractor teams

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Active SECRET clearance; current, active Secret clearance required
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline
  • 10 years of experience in systems safety engineering
  • Demonstrated experience using SSE methodologies and tools
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences
  • Candidates with experience supporting Joint Services Weapon Safety Review Boards are highly preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate with senior leadership in high-pressure environments, presenting analytical results and actionable recommendations
  • Exposure to advanced Systems Safety Engineering concepts, practices, or coursework, including SSE issues involving AI/ML within weapons systems
  • Experience supporting DoW working groups, technical interchange meetings, or program reviews

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Hybrid work arrangement