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Systems Engineer

PERATON Chantilly, Virginia, United States onsite
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Company
peraton
Location
Chantilly, Virginia, United States
Work Type
onsite
Job Type
FULL_TIME
Posted
February 13, 2026

Description

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the development of a government customer’s future architecture, leveraging systems engineering best practices at a customer location in Chantilly, Virginia. Position Responsibilities: Responsible for the creation and maintenance of a department-side architecture tool, leveraging Model-Based Systems Engineering via the Cameo application suite In concert with team members, collaborate with department teams and external stakeholders to gather future architecture requirements, functions, and behaviors as well as gather applicable characteristics of existing systems Develop detailed diagrams to capture information gathered from various stakeholders in an MBSE approach Present architecture products to stakeholders for feedback and update to meet evolving needs Support the development of requirements documents based on the future architecture Qualifications Required Qualifications: Active TS/SCI with relevant polygraph Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience, or Master’s and 6 years, or PhD and 3 years are required. Previous experience with the IC Good time management skills; ability to support multiple projects; ability to multi-task Must be a team player and possess a strong ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team as well as work independently with minimal supervision Demonstrated ability to quickly ramp-up to support customer's needs, clearly communicate (orally and written) ideas, take initiative to provide creative solutions to challenges and/or systemic problems Proactive and forward-leaning Strong interpersonal skills Systems Engineering experience to include: Development of CONOPS/Use Cases Ability to decompose system functions and behaviors Requirements development and management Desired Qualifications Working knowledge of MBSE Salary Range Estimates: The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Peraton's total compensation package for employees. Benefits: 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 eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan. 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.
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