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Senior Systems Engineer-Test Bench & Embedded Systems

Full Time Remote

Summary

Job Description

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

SAIC is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to work with complex vehicle electrical systems, embedded controls, CAN/LIN architectures, model-based design, and test bench integration — using the same engineering disciplines applied across modern off-road platforms. You'll apply your automotive experience to an advanced, tactical vehicle program while working in a hybrid environment with cutting edge tools such as Vector CANoe, Simulink, and system level test benches. 

JOB DUTIES

  • Performs fixture design, systems engineering, and electronic architecture development for tactical vehicle platforms, focusing on advanced power systems, embedded control, and full vehicle system integration. 
  • Modeling and Design of test bench fixtures and components.
  • Integrating ECUs and embedded modules. 
  • Running functional tests similar to OEM validation. 
  • Creating system‑level documentation. 
  • Supporting prototype build events .

Qualifications

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND CLEARANCE

  • Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience, can be from any of the following engineering disciplines: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering. 
  • Experience in automotive HIL/SIL test environments strongly translates to success in this role.
  • Mechanical Engineering Design, Creo, and Solidworks. 
  • Preferred skills: coding with CAPL and C#. 
  • U.S. citizenship required due to government program requirements.
  • No clearance required.

About SAIC

SAIC

SAIC (Science Applications International Corporation) is one of the largest technology integrators supporting the U.S. Department of Defense, intelligence community, and federal civilian agencies. The company delivers mission-critical services across engineering, IT modernization, cybersecurity, intelligence, and systems integration, helping government customers operate and secure complex national security infrastructure at scale.

For job seekers, SAIC offers a wide range of career opportunities in software engineering, cybersecurity, cloud computing, systems engineering, data analytics, intelligence analysis, program management, and mission support. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and technologists seeking stable, long-term roles embedded in high-impact government programs across defense and intelligence missions.

Unlike defense manufacturers that build physical platforms, SAIC focuses on integrating, modernizing, and operating the digital and information systems that support government missions. Employees often work on large-scale federal programs involving network modernization, space and satellite systems support, cyber defense operations, and advanced data-driven decision-making tools used across defense and intelligence agencies.

As federal agencies continue investing heavily in cybersecurity, AI, cloud infrastructure, and digital transformation, SAIC remains one of the most important employers in the government services sector. For professionals seeking mission-driven work with strong stability and exposure to complex national security programs, SAIC continues to stand out as a leading destination in defense and federal technology services.

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