Full-Time

Systems Engineer

Posted on 4/2/2025

Peraton

Peraton

10,001+ employees

Provides advanced technology solutions for government

Compensation Overview

$104k - $166k/yr

Senior

Springfield, VA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Chantilly, VA, USA

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Engineering Management
Systems Engineering Management
Required Skills
Risk Management
Operations Research
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Systems Engineering or in related technical or scientific fields such as engineering, physics, mathematics, operations research, engineering management, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or related STEM degree program.
  • 6 years of technical experience is required. If this experience is as a systems engineer it may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • 6 years of working experience in government or industry in relevant work areas including: DoD/IC Acquisition Process, Requirements Process, PPBES Process or system engineering of large complex System of Systems or Service Oriented Architecture/Cloud environments.
  • TS/SCI clearance adjudication or ability to obtain SCI and pass a poly.
Responsibilities
  • Conducts requirements engineering, solutions engineering, scheduling, reliability, resiliency, services development, integration, test and evaluation, maintainability and analysis across the National System of Geospatial-intelligence (NSG), Allied System of Geospatial-intelligence (ASG) and Federal Agencies.
  • Conducts planning, analysis/traceability of user requirements, architectures traceability, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing systems and review cloud service capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations.
  • Develops solutions designs based on analysis of requirements and new technology and mentor Junior Engineers in developing these skill sets.
  • Assists the Government in the capture and translation of mission and customer requirements/needs into systems/capability requirements and solutions.
  • Supports the analyses and allocation of requirements to systems architecture components and executing programs.
  • Assists the Government in performing systems integration activities.
  • Assists with Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs), Course of Actions (CoAs), Trade Studies, and Engineering Assessments.
  • Assists the Government in strategic technical planning, project management, performance engineering, risk management and interface design.
Desired Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering, processes, tools and languages.
  • Working knowledge of Software Development Frameworks.
  • INCOSE Associate System Engineering Professional (ASEP) certification.
  • Documented work experience in the field of geospatial intelligence.
  • Membership or active participation in any of the following professional organizations: ACSM, ASCE, ASPRS, OGC, SAREM, USGIF.
  • Working knowledge of photogrammetry, remote sensing, image science, information sciences, geographic information systems, geomatics, or related fields.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the current NSG/ASG and NRO enterprises.
  • TS/SCI clearance adjudication or ability to obtain SCI and pass a poly.

Peraton provides advanced technology solutions and services primarily for government clients in the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure sectors. The company focuses on creating cyber-hardened systems, systems engineering, and mission-critical support to address complex challenges in national security. Peraton works closely with other firms through partnerships that enhance its capabilities, ensuring effective communication and mutual growth. Its revenue comes from long-term contracts with government agencies, which often involve high-value projects requiring specialized expertise. Additionally, Peraton actively recruits veterans and military spouses, valuing the unique skills they bring to the workforce. The company's goal is to contribute to national security and technological advancement while supporting the military community.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$60M

Headquarters

Herndon, Virginia

Founded

2017

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What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for cybersecurity solutions offers more contract opportunities for Peraton.
  • Growing interest in space exploration aligns with Peraton's capabilities, leading to potential NASA contracts.
  • Digital transformation in government agencies drives demand for Peraton's IT and systems engineering services.

What critics are saying

  • Layoffs due to contract cancellations may indicate instability in securing future contracts.
  • Significant financial investments in new facilities could strain resources without matching revenue growth.
  • Appointment of a new Chief Security Officer suggests potential security challenges impacting operations.

What makes Peraton unique

  • Peraton specializes in defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure sectors for government clients.
  • The company emphasizes recruiting veterans, enriching its talent pool with unique skills.
  • Peraton's business model focuses on long-term, high-value government contracts.

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