Peraton
Expert Systems Engineer - Sensor Integration
Peraton, Chantilly, Virginia, United States, 22021
Expert Systems Engineer - Sensor Integration
Job Locations
US-VA-Chantilly | US-VA-Springfield
Requisition ID
2025-160811
Position Category
Engineering
Clearance
Top Secret/SCI w/Poly
Responsibilities
Join our team as an
Expert Systems Engineer , leading multi-disciplinary engineering efforts across the
National System for Geospatial-Intelligence (NSG) ,
Allied System for Geospatial-Intelligence (ASG) , and
Federal Agencies . In this expert-level role, you'll help ensure the delivery of timely, accurate
Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT)
by driving excellence in systems design, integration, and performance across complex mission environments. What You'll Do
Lead and support
requirements engineering ,
solutions engineering ,
scheduling ,
reliability ,
resiliency ,
services development ,
integration ,
testing and evaluation ,
maintainability , and
system analysis
activities across NSG, ASG, and partner agencies. Plan and conduct
requirements analysis and traceability ,
architecture traceability , and
workflow assessments
to improve or automate existing systems.
Evaluate
cloud service capabilities ,
workflow performance , and
scheduling limitations
to optimize system efficiency.
Advise government stakeholders on
technical solutions ,
design changes , and the application of
emerging technologies .
Capture and translate
mission and customer needs
into
system and capability requirements , ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Support the
allocation of requirements
to system architecture components and executing programs.
Conduct and support
Analyses of Alternatives (AoAs) ,
Courses of Action (CoAs) ,
Trade Studies , and
Engineering Assessments
to guide strategic decisions.
Perform and coordinate
systems integration
and
interface design
activities across programs and architectures.
Contribute to
strategic technical planning ,
project management ,
performance engineering , and
risk management
to achieve mission success.
Provide expert-level insight linking
vision, strategy, needs, requirements , and
process development
to strengthen capability delivery.
Operate at the enterprise level, integrating
multiple Major Systems Acquisitions (MSAs)
across
organizational, agency, departmental, and national boundaries .
Oversee and mentor
Senior-, Mid-, and Junior-level Systems Engineers , ensuring consistent quality, collaboration, and technical excellence across projects.
Why Join Us
As part of our mission-focused engineering team, you'll work on some of the nation's most critical geospatial intelligence programs-helping advance innovation, improve system performance, and ensure the success of the GEOINT enterprise. 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 QualificationsEducation
Bachelor's degree or higher in
Systems Engineering
or a related technical/scientific discipline such as
Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering Management, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems , or another
STEM-related field . Equivalent Experience Option:
An additional
4 years of relevant experience
may substitute for a degree, or
2 years of additional experience
may substitute for a non-STEM degree.
Experience
18+ years
of professional experience in
government or industry
within one or more of the following areas: DoD/IC
Acquisition Process ,
Requirements Process , or
PPBES Process
Systems engineering
of large, complex
Systems of Systems (SoS)
or
Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)
environments deployed in
cloud, on-premise, or hybrid infrastructures
18+ years
of demonstrated expertise and comprehensive understanding of the
systems engineering lifecycle
Proven experience in
photogrammetry, remote sensing, image science, information sciences, geographic information systems (GIS), or geomatics
Demonstrated knowledge of the
National System for Geospatial Intelligence (NSG) ,
Allied System for Geospatial Intelligence (ASG) , and
National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
Previous
program/project experience
with the
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
and/or
NSG/ASG
Prior work experience supporting
Intelligence Community (IC)
or
Department of Defense (DoD)
programs
Extensive background in
geospatial disciplines
or related technical areas
Clearance
Active
TS/SCI
clearance
or
eligibility to obtain
SCI
and successfully complete a
polygraph examination
Desired QualificationsEducation & Certifications
Master's degree or higher
in Systems Engineering or related technical/scientific discipline (Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering Management, Computer Science, IT, MIS, or related STEM field)
INCOSE Expert Systems Engineering Professional (ESEP)
certification
Professional Engineer (PE)
or equivalent technical licensure
Technical Expertise
Working knowledge of
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
principles, processes, and tools
Familiarity with
Software Development Frameworks
and best practices
Experience engineering solutions in: Cloud-based environments
Big Data architectures
(structured and unstructured)
Automation, Augmentation, and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
applications
Professional Involvement
Active
membership or leadership participation
in one or more of the following professional organizations: American Congress on Surveying and Mapping (ACSM)
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS)
Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC)
Society of American Military Engineers (SAME)
United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation (USGIF)
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.
EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
Job Locations
US-VA-Chantilly | US-VA-Springfield
Requisition ID
2025-160811
Position Category
Engineering
Clearance
Top Secret/SCI w/Poly
Responsibilities
Join our team as an
Expert Systems Engineer , leading multi-disciplinary engineering efforts across the
National System for Geospatial-Intelligence (NSG) ,
Allied System for Geospatial-Intelligence (ASG) , and
Federal Agencies . In this expert-level role, you'll help ensure the delivery of timely, accurate
Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT)
by driving excellence in systems design, integration, and performance across complex mission environments. What You'll Do
Lead and support
requirements engineering ,
solutions engineering ,
scheduling ,
reliability ,
resiliency ,
services development ,
integration ,
testing and evaluation ,
maintainability , and
system analysis
activities across NSG, ASG, and partner agencies. Plan and conduct
requirements analysis and traceability ,
architecture traceability , and
workflow assessments
to improve or automate existing systems.
Evaluate
cloud service capabilities ,
workflow performance , and
scheduling limitations
to optimize system efficiency.
Advise government stakeholders on
technical solutions ,
design changes , and the application of
emerging technologies .
Capture and translate
mission and customer needs
into
system and capability requirements , ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Support the
allocation of requirements
to system architecture components and executing programs.
Conduct and support
Analyses of Alternatives (AoAs) ,
Courses of Action (CoAs) ,
Trade Studies , and
Engineering Assessments
to guide strategic decisions.
Perform and coordinate
systems integration
and
interface design
activities across programs and architectures.
Contribute to
strategic technical planning ,
project management ,
performance engineering , and
risk management
to achieve mission success.
Provide expert-level insight linking
vision, strategy, needs, requirements , and
process development
to strengthen capability delivery.
Operate at the enterprise level, integrating
multiple Major Systems Acquisitions (MSAs)
across
organizational, agency, departmental, and national boundaries .
Oversee and mentor
Senior-, Mid-, and Junior-level Systems Engineers , ensuring consistent quality, collaboration, and technical excellence across projects.
Why Join Us
As part of our mission-focused engineering team, you'll work on some of the nation's most critical geospatial intelligence programs-helping advance innovation, improve system performance, and ensure the success of the GEOINT enterprise. 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 QualificationsEducation
Bachelor's degree or higher in
Systems Engineering
or a related technical/scientific discipline such as
Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering Management, Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems , or another
STEM-related field . Equivalent Experience Option:
An additional
4 years of relevant experience
may substitute for a degree, or
2 years of additional experience
may substitute for a non-STEM degree.
Experience
18+ years
of professional experience in
government or industry
within one or more of the following areas: DoD/IC
Acquisition Process ,
Requirements Process , or
PPBES Process
Systems engineering
of large, complex
Systems of Systems (SoS)
or
Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)
environments deployed in
cloud, on-premise, or hybrid infrastructures
18+ years
of demonstrated expertise and comprehensive understanding of the
systems engineering lifecycle
Proven experience in
photogrammetry, remote sensing, image science, information sciences, geographic information systems (GIS), or geomatics
Demonstrated knowledge of the
National System for Geospatial Intelligence (NSG) ,
Allied System for Geospatial Intelligence (ASG) , and
National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
Previous
program/project experience
with the
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
and/or
NSG/ASG
Prior work experience supporting
Intelligence Community (IC)
or
Department of Defense (DoD)
programs
Extensive background in
geospatial disciplines
or related technical areas
Clearance
Active
TS/SCI
clearance
or
eligibility to obtain
SCI
and successfully complete a
polygraph examination
Desired QualificationsEducation & Certifications
Master's degree or higher
in Systems Engineering or related technical/scientific discipline (Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering Management, Computer Science, IT, MIS, or related STEM field)
INCOSE Expert Systems Engineering Professional (ESEP)
certification
Professional Engineer (PE)
or equivalent technical licensure
Technical Expertise
Working knowledge of
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
principles, processes, and tools
Familiarity with
Software Development Frameworks
and best practices
Experience engineering solutions in: Cloud-based environments
Big Data architectures
(structured and unstructured)
Automation, Augmentation, and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
applications
Professional Involvement
Active
membership or leadership participation
in one or more of the following professional organizations: American Congress on Surveying and Mapping (ACSM)
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS)
Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC)
Society of American Military Engineers (SAME)
United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation (USGIF)
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.
EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.