Systems Engineering Technical Task Order Manager

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Peraton is hiring a Systems Engineering Technical Task Order (TTO) Lead to join our Cyber Mission business unit in Jessup, MD. As a Systems Engineer on our team, you will support one of the largest enterprise-wide engineering contracts within the Intelligence Community. This is a full-time position requiring 1880 hours of support per year; and work is performed at a customer location.

As a Systems Engineering TTO Lead on our team you will lead/manage Peraton employees and subcontractor personnel assigned to a specific mission domain area. You will manage experienced professionals working in various customer organizations and local sites providing specialized engineering support. You will provide technical leadership and guidance to support the application of System Engineering and Architecture (SE&A) processes and tools to solve technical problems and achieve desired mission outcomes. 

As a manager you will determine candidates for employment/termination, conduct performance evaluations and salary reviews for assigned staff and be responsible for the application of company and program policies. You will resolve personnel issues as needed which may involve time, attendance, or policies, and you will interact with government leadership of various organizations for staffing, personnel and financial concerns to ensure cost, schedule and performance goals are met.

You will report on TTO status on a weekly and monthly basis, update TTO Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), and brief TTO accomplishments to program personnel monthly. You will also conduct TTO financial analysis monthly utilizing provided financial reports. #AJCM #MDFSP

Qualifications

Individual Capabilities/Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering or other related discipline plus at least 20 years of systems engineering experience. A Master’s degree or PhD may be substituted for two years of experience. A high school diploma or GED plus 24 years of systems engineering experience would also be acceptable.
• Three or more years of experience performing in technical leadership role or program management experience
• Previous experience with technical task management including task development, customer/stakeholder relationship building, cost & schedule management, and staffing.
• Position requires an experienced personnel manager with strong communication skills. Individual must be responsive, flexible, and able to work independently.
• Position requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph 

Individual Capabilities/Experience Desired:

• Ten years of experience supporting programs and projects within the MPO customer.
• Related certifications; e.g. PMP, CSEP, ESEP etc.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelors/Masters degree in computer science, information systems, engineering or other related discipline

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Target Salary Range

$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Statements

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.