Peraton
Systems Engineering & Project Management Support Specialist
Peraton, Springfield, Virginia, us, 22161
Overview
Systems Engineering & Project Management Support Specialist Job Locations: US-VA-Springfield; US-MO-St Louis Requisition ID: 2026-162512 Position Category: Engineering Clearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly Responsibilities
The
Senior Systems Engineering & Project Management Support Specialist
provides advanced technical and programmatic expertise across multiple system development and acquisition programs. This role ensures that system architectures, engineering standards, and lifecycle management practices align with enterprise and program objectives. Acting as a trusted advisor to leadership, the specialist drives integration, compliance, and execution excellence across all phases of the acquisition lifecycle. Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Technical Leadership Apply
best engineering practices
to ensure quality, reliability, and maintainability across system development efforts. Define, implement, and enforce
system methodologies, standards, and technical baselines . Oversee
system architecture design and development , ensuring alignment with program requirements and enterprise standards. Provide
expert technical guidance and mentorship
to project teams and stakeholders. Support acquisition and management of
Government Furnished Equipment (GFE)
and other assets required for development activities. Program & Project Management Support Maintain
situational awareness
across assigned programs, identifying technical interdependencies, risks, and cross-project impacts. Support full
program lifecycle activities , including planning, execution, reporting, and milestone preparation. Partner with
ISP PMOs
to plan for technology upgrades, improvements, roadmaps, and schedules. Identify, track, and manage
schedule, technical, and integration risks
to ensure successful delivery. Develop and maintain
requirements traceability
across enterprise and program-level projects. Requirements & Systems Engineering Lead
requirements elicitation, decomposition, allocation, and negotiation
at both enterprise and program levels. Support
requirements verification and validation
to ensure lifecycle traceability. Monitor
requirements development and closure
through each milestone. Coordinate requirements management across
interdependent programs of record . Review developer
deliverables and documentation , providing actionable technical and programmatic feedback. Evaluate
standards, engineering changes, and policy updates
for potential impacts. Contribute to
Request for Change (RFC)
development and impact assessments across affected segments. Governance, Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement Participate in
Engineering Review Boards (ERBs) ,
Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) , and other governance forums. Prepare and coordinate
briefings and documentation
for technical and acquisition reviews. Provide inputs for
acquisition lifecycle reporting
and compliance documentation. Collaborate with
Program Management Offices (PMOs)
and stakeholders to align modernization and system planning efforts with enterprise strategy. Build and maintain
strong relationships
across internal and external organizations to promote effective communication and issue resolution. Why Join Us This role offers a unique opportunity to influence high-visibility defense and intelligence programs that directly impact national security. You\'ll collaborate with senior leaders, engineers, and program managers to shape system modernization and integration strategies across complex technical environments. 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 & Clearance Education / Experience Equivalency: 5 years of relevant experience with a
Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) 3 years of relevant experience with a
Master's degree (MS/MA) An additional 2 years of experience may be substituted for an
Associate's degree An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted
in lieu of a degree
Clearance:
Active
TS/SCI clearance
or the ability to obtain SCI access and successfully pass a polygraph examination.
Experience Minimum of 3 years
of experience ( 10+ years preferred ) within the
Intelligence Community (IC)
or
Department of Defense (DoD)
supporting
systems architecture, systems engineering, or acquisition program management .
Demonstrated
project management experience , including oversight of
cost, schedule, performance, and risk .
Experience with
information technology requirements development
and
Government acceptance testing .
Technical & Analytical Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities , including the ability to identify technical issues, assess programmatic impacts, and develop actionable recommendations for Government stakeholders.
Proficiency in
Microsoft PowerPoint
and
Excel .
Communication & Collaboration Excellent oral, written, and electronic communication skills , capable of effectively engaging technical and executive audiences.
Proven ability to
work independently and collaboratively
in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
Customer-focused and mission-driven , with a strong commitment to quality, results, and continuous improvement.
Desired Qualifications Education:
Master\u2019s degree in
Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems , or a related technical discipline - or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Mission & Technical Knowledge:
Understanding of the
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
mission, acquisition processes, and engineering lifecycle.
Familiarity with
legacy systems , as well as
NGA requirements and engineering processes .
Experience supporting
IC or DoD modernization efforts
involving systems integration, enterprise architecture, or lifecycle acquisition.
Exposure to
programmatic and technical governance
within acquisition or systems engineering environments.
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 cannot 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
$112,000 - $179,000. 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.
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Systems Engineering & Project Management Support Specialist Job Locations: US-VA-Springfield; US-MO-St Louis Requisition ID: 2026-162512 Position Category: Engineering Clearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly Responsibilities
The
Senior Systems Engineering & Project Management Support Specialist
provides advanced technical and programmatic expertise across multiple system development and acquisition programs. This role ensures that system architectures, engineering standards, and lifecycle management practices align with enterprise and program objectives. Acting as a trusted advisor to leadership, the specialist drives integration, compliance, and execution excellence across all phases of the acquisition lifecycle. Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Technical Leadership Apply
best engineering practices
to ensure quality, reliability, and maintainability across system development efforts. Define, implement, and enforce
system methodologies, standards, and technical baselines . Oversee
system architecture design and development , ensuring alignment with program requirements and enterprise standards. Provide
expert technical guidance and mentorship
to project teams and stakeholders. Support acquisition and management of
Government Furnished Equipment (GFE)
and other assets required for development activities. Program & Project Management Support Maintain
situational awareness
across assigned programs, identifying technical interdependencies, risks, and cross-project impacts. Support full
program lifecycle activities , including planning, execution, reporting, and milestone preparation. Partner with
ISP PMOs
to plan for technology upgrades, improvements, roadmaps, and schedules. Identify, track, and manage
schedule, technical, and integration risks
to ensure successful delivery. Develop and maintain
requirements traceability
across enterprise and program-level projects. Requirements & Systems Engineering Lead
requirements elicitation, decomposition, allocation, and negotiation
at both enterprise and program levels. Support
requirements verification and validation
to ensure lifecycle traceability. Monitor
requirements development and closure
through each milestone. Coordinate requirements management across
interdependent programs of record . Review developer
deliverables and documentation , providing actionable technical and programmatic feedback. Evaluate
standards, engineering changes, and policy updates
for potential impacts. Contribute to
Request for Change (RFC)
development and impact assessments across affected segments. Governance, Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement Participate in
Engineering Review Boards (ERBs) ,
Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) , and other governance forums. Prepare and coordinate
briefings and documentation
for technical and acquisition reviews. Provide inputs for
acquisition lifecycle reporting
and compliance documentation. Collaborate with
Program Management Offices (PMOs)
and stakeholders to align modernization and system planning efforts with enterprise strategy. Build and maintain
strong relationships
across internal and external organizations to promote effective communication and issue resolution. Why Join Us This role offers a unique opportunity to influence high-visibility defense and intelligence programs that directly impact national security. You\'ll collaborate with senior leaders, engineers, and program managers to shape system modernization and integration strategies across complex technical environments. 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 & Clearance Education / Experience Equivalency: 5 years of relevant experience with a
Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) 3 years of relevant experience with a
Master's degree (MS/MA) An additional 2 years of experience may be substituted for an
Associate's degree An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted
in lieu of a degree
Clearance:
Active
TS/SCI clearance
or the ability to obtain SCI access and successfully pass a polygraph examination.
Experience Minimum of 3 years
of experience ( 10+ years preferred ) within the
Intelligence Community (IC)
or
Department of Defense (DoD)
supporting
systems architecture, systems engineering, or acquisition program management .
Demonstrated
project management experience , including oversight of
cost, schedule, performance, and risk .
Experience with
information technology requirements development
and
Government acceptance testing .
Technical & Analytical Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities , including the ability to identify technical issues, assess programmatic impacts, and develop actionable recommendations for Government stakeholders.
Proficiency in
Microsoft PowerPoint
and
Excel .
Communication & Collaboration Excellent oral, written, and electronic communication skills , capable of effectively engaging technical and executive audiences.
Proven ability to
work independently and collaboratively
in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
Customer-focused and mission-driven , with a strong commitment to quality, results, and continuous improvement.
Desired Qualifications Education:
Master\u2019s degree in
Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems , or a related technical discipline - or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Mission & Technical Knowledge:
Understanding of the
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
mission, acquisition processes, and engineering lifecycle.
Familiarity with
legacy systems , as well as
NGA requirements and engineering processes .
Experience supporting
IC or DoD modernization efforts
involving systems integration, enterprise architecture, or lifecycle acquisition.
Exposure to
programmatic and technical governance
within acquisition or systems engineering environments.
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 cannot 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
$112,000 - $179,000. 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.
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