SAIC · Reston, Virginia, US, US
SAIC's Solutions & Technology group is seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to join the Solutions & Technology group. The position is preferred to be based out of Chantilly, VA but open to a hybrid role in Reston, VA or Arlington, VA. Reporting directly to the Intel Space CTO, this individual will serve as a technical cornerstone of SAIC's capture and proposal efforts, translating complex government requirements into compelling, winning technical solutions. This role demands a self-starter who thrives in ambiguous environments and can architect innovative solutions from the ground up across a diverse portfolio of government opportunities. Candidates must have an active TS/SCI Clearance with the ability to get a Polygraph.
About the Role
As a Solutions Architect, you will lead technical solution development for new captures and proposals in response to government RFPs, RFIs, and Sources Sought notices in support of IC and DoW programs. You will author and develop technical volumes, white papers, and solution narratives from concept to completion with minimal direction. You will analyze and decompose complex government requirements across a wide variety of mission areas and technical domains. You will collaborate with capture managers, business development leads, and subject matter experts to shape technically differentiated winning strategies. You will drive technical innovation by identifying and integrating emerging technologies, architectures, and methodologies into proposed solutions. You will develop solution architectures including system designs, technical approaches, and implementation roadmaps tailored to customer needs. You will engage with government customers and stakeholders during pre-RFP shaping activities to influence requirements and positioning. You will support cost and pricing teams by providing technical basis of estimates and work breakdown structures. You will maintain awareness of the competitive landscape, industry trends, and government priorities within the Intel domain.
What You Will Do
Lead technical solution development for new captures and proposals in response to government RFPs, RFIs, and Sources Sought notices in support of IC and DoW programs
Author and develop technical volumes, white papers, and solution narratives from concept to completion with minimal direction
Analyze and decompose complex government requirements across a wide variety of mission areas and technical domains
Collaborate with capture managers, business development leads, and subject matter experts to shape technically differentiated winning strategies
Drive technical innovation by identifying and integrating emerging technologies, architectures, and methodologies into proposed solutions
Develop solution architectures including system designs, technical approaches, and implementation roadmaps tailored to customer needs
Engage with government customers and stakeholders during pre-RFP shaping activities to influence requirements and positioning
Support cost and pricing teams by providing technical basis of estimates and work breakdown structures
Maintain awareness of the competitive landscape, industry trends, and government priorities within the Intel domain
Required Profile
Experience in systems engineering, solutions architecture, or related technical discipline
Experience working within the defense industry supporting U.S. Government customers
Proven track record of supporting or leading technical proposals in response to government RFPs
Familiarity with government acquisition processes and proposal development lifecycles
Ability to develop end-to-end technical solutions across complex, multi-disciplinary problem sets in Space Systems, IT Systems, GEOINT or SIGINT domains
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with an ability to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences
High tolerance for ambiguity and ability to structure solutions with incomplete information
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Active TS/SCI Clearance with the ability to get a Polygraph
If you are a self-starter who thrives in ambiguous environments and can architect innovative solutions from the ground up across a diverse portfolio of government opportunities, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join SAIC's Solutions & Technology group and make a meaningful impact in the defense and intelligence sectors.