Systems Engineering Architect

SAIC

. Lead efforts and initiatives involving tactical networks .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing, developing, and sustaining Department of Defense tactical networks, with a strong focus on Agile methodologies and DevOps practices. Proficient in software engineering support, system integration, and configuration management within complex IT environments.

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Tactical Network DesignDevOps Environment ExperienceAgile Methodology FamiliarityDoD C4ISR Systems SupportIAT Level II Compliance

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Hard Skills

Software Engineering SupportObject-Oriented ProgrammingScripting LanguagesLinux Programming LanguagesConfiguration ManagementRoot Cause AnalysisCloud Computing EnvironmentsNetwork Design and SupportPattern-Based ArchitectureSystem Integration Design

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationProblem SolvingCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Atlassian ToolsJIRAMicrosoft Stack TechnologiesAWSMicrosoft AzureFlankspeed Edge

Certifications & Qualifications

Security+OS Certification

Industry Keywords

Department of DefenseC4ISR SystemsISNSCANESADNSSCI NetworkCENTRIXORTFSWU.S. Navy Networking Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudLinux.NET

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead efforts and initiatives involving tactical networks
Design, develop, and sustain Department of Defense system networks
Work with development and sustainment engineering teams to improve and modernize afloat networks using Agile methodology in a DevOps environment
Support TACNET Sustainment Team and TACNET CB-ISEA tactical network sustainment and modernization
Support system installations, configuration management enforcement, system sustainment and upgrades, distance support, and emergent onsite CASREP support
Provide system life cycle software engineering support for NAVWAR and NIWC customers
Analyze and modify software components on supported tactical networks, including replacing end-of-support commercial off-the-shelf components and supporting new system interfaces
Analyze failure data, trouble reports, and U.S. Navy Fleet communications to identify system deficiencies
Propose solutions, conduct peer reviews, and work with production engineers to implement solutions
Create and update engineering documentation and manage solutions through formal configuration management
Attend technical meetings, report technical progress, prepare briefs, and deliver presentations
Participate in Integrated Product Team, Technical Working Group, and engineering/design review meetings
Develop engineering solutions primarily for Red Hat/Linux-based operating systems
Perform root cause analysis and recommend permanent configuration changes
Develop, integrate, test, debug, and tune complex software solutions
Apply pattern-based architecture, governance, and security to system changes and deployments
Use Atlassian tools, including JIRA, to support Agile and sprint-based operations
Lead development and deployment of source code across multiple classification levels and environments
Create low-level work product activities and estimate durations for scope documents and schedules
Work with consultants, agencies, vendors, and other external partners to troubleshoot intra-system issues and support system integration design
Apply object-oriented programming to web-based programming languages

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and 14 or more years of experience; or Master’s degree and 12 or more years of experience; or PhD/JD and 9 or more years of experience
Experience supporting DoD C4ISR systems in an enterprise-level IT environment, including ISNS, CANES, ADNS, SCI Network, CENTRIX, ORT, or FSW
4 or more years of experience in a DevOps-based environment and familiarity with Agile practices
2 years of experience with scripting languages and automation using PowerShell and XML development
2 years of experience designing, analyzing, and supporting local area networks
Experience in cloud computing environments such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, and/or Flankspeed Edge
Experience with Microsoft stack technologies including .NET 4.0, C#, and PowerShell
Experience with Linux programming languages
Current IAT Level II compliance (Security+) and OS certification; may obtain within 6 months if not currently held
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance or higher to start
Knowledge of U.S. Navy ship and shore networking systems is a plus
Experience with SCRUM methodologies is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Some remote work from home opportunities
Hybrid/remote work arrangement
Up to 10% OCONUS/CONUS travel
Occasional off-hours support