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Peraton

Systems Architect & Integration Lead

Peraton, Springfield, Virginia, us, 22161

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Responsibilities We are seeking an expert-level Systems Architect to serve as the overall contractor lead for cross-project integration and user CONOPS development. Supporting the Analysis Technology and Tradecraft (ATT) office, this role will drive strategic alignment across projects, ensuring cohesive implementation of analysis technology priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead development and updates for user CONOPS and Integrated Capabilities Baseline Document (ICBD).

Ensure cross-project compatibility of user visions and address dependencies.

Evaluate and prioritize new capability insertions, providing data-driven recommendations.

Collaborate with CIO‑T engineers to assess impacts and tradeoffs of capability changes.

Engage with mission users to define future capabilities and shape system architectures.

Conduct analyses of alternatives (AoAs) and provide strategic recommendations.

Identify key decision points and advise on Go/No‑Go determinations.

Communicate architecture changes, operational concepts, and project status to stakeholders.

Produce technical presentations, reports, and documentation for leadership and diverse audiences.

Support product managers in backlog prioritization and train new analysts.

Strong leadership in system architecture, integration, and cross‑functional coordination.

Expertise in technical communication for both technical and non‑technical audiences.

Proven ability to assess new technologies and drive mission‑focused innovation.

This role reports to ATT Leadership and requires a high degree of technical acumen, strategic foresight, and collaboration.

Qualifications 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.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Engineering, or related technical experience. Equivalent experience (18+ years) may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience:

18+ years in systems engineering, integration, or development.

Expertise in:

DoD/IC acquisition processes

SAFe Agile acquisition product ownership

Merging disparate architectures

CONOPS development and technical documentation for non‑technical audiences

Defining future work based on incomplete requirements

Conducting imagery and/or geospatial analysis

Security Clearance:

TS/SCI adjudication or ability to obtain SCI and pass a polygraph.

Desired Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Engineering, or related field.

Experience:

4+ years in GEOINT analytic tradecraft and analysis production system development

2+ years in government acquisition processes

1+ year in agile systems development

Prior experience with NGA Analysis or similar analysis organizations

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.

Target Salary Range $135,000 - $216,000. 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.

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