Digital Twin & Digital Engineering (MBSE) - Next-Gen Technology Engineer

Peraton; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical plans

Tuition reimbursement

Fertility treatment support

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Digital Twin & Digital Engineering Engineer in Reston, Virginia. This full-time on-site role involves leading digital engineering transformation initiatives within the U.S. Intelligence and Space Community. The ideal candidate will have over six years of relevant experience and hold a degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. Key responsibilities include designing digital twin solutions and mentoring staff on digital engineering practices. Benefits include comprehensive medical plans and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience or 4+ years with a master's degree in related fields.
• Minimum Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Expertise in digital twin technologies, architectures, and implementation approaches.
• Hands-on experience with MBSE tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of digital twin solutions for government proposals.
• Architect MBSE approaches that integrate with digital twin implementations.
• Develop digital engineering strategies guiding customers from document-centric to model-centric practices.
• Maximize digital twin value for operational decision-making.

Skills

Digital twin technologies

Model-based systems engineering (MBSE)

Simulation and modeling techniques

Communication skills

Education

BS/BA in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

MS/MA in a related field

PhD in a related field

Tools

Cameo

DOORS

Teamcenter

MATLAB/Simulink

Ansys

Job description

Digital Twin & Digital Engineering (MBSE) - Next-Gen Technology Engineer

Peraton’s Space and Intel sector is seeking an immediate Digital Twin & Digital Engineering emergent technologist to lead digital engineering transformation initiatives across the U.S. Intelligence and Space Community portfolio.

Location: Reston, Virginia – full‑time, on‑site, with flexibility to travel to customer sites for classified and non‑classified solution activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of digital twin solutions for government proposals, identifying high‑value applications across satellite systems, ground infrastructure, and mission operations.
• Architect model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) approaches that integrate with digital twin implementations to enable continuous system verification and validation.
• Develop digital engineering strategies and roadmaps that guide customers from document‑centric to model‑centric development practices.
• Apply simulation, modeling, and AI‑enhanced predictive capabilities to maximize digital twin value for operational decision‑making.
• Collaborate with business development, capture teams, and program managers to identify digital engineering opportunities and develop compelling technical solutions.
• Infuse existing programs with digital twin and MBSE capabilities, demonstrating value through pilot implementations and incremental adoption.
• Mentor, educate, and/or train technical staff on digital engineering practices, tools, and methodologies, building organizational capability.
• Articulate digital twin solutions, their benefits, and implementation approaches to senior leadership, customers, and governance review boards.
• Stay current on digital twin technologies, standards (e.g., Digital Twin Consortium), and emerging applications in defense and space domains.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 6+ years of experience with a BS/BA in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; OR 4+ years with a MS/MA in the same areas; OR 2+ years with a PhD.
• Minimum Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI; candidate must maintain clearance.
• Demonstrated expertise in digital twin technologies, architectures, and implementation approaches.
• Hands‑on experience with MBSE tools and methodologies such as Cameo, DOORS, Teamcenter.
• Understanding of simulation and modeling techniques applicable to complex systems.
• Experience applying digital engineering practices in defense, space, or intelligence community environments.
• Knowledge of digital twin applications across system lifecycle – design, development, operations, and sustainment.
• Demonstrated experience identifying high‑value digital twin applications and developing compelling ROI narratives.
• Full‑time on‑site availability with ability to collaborate across engineering, business development, and program teams.

Desired Qualifications

• An active/current TS/SCI is highly desired.
• Experience with satellite system modeling, space system simulation, or ground system digital twins.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to articulate digital engineering value propositions to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of AI/ML applications for digital twin enhancement, predictive maintenance, or anomaly detection.
• Familiarity with digital thread concepts and integration of digital twins with PLM/ALM systems.
• Experience with tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Ansys, or specialized digital twin platforms.
• INCOSE certification (ASEP, CSEP) or equivalent systems engineering credentials.
• Experience contributing to proposals with digital engineering technical components.
• Graduate coursework or research in digital twins, MBSE, or simulation engineering.

Benefits

Peraton offers comprehensive medical plans, tuition reimbursement and assistance, fertility treatment support, and other employee benefits.

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. Typical salary range for this position, dependent on experience, education, and location. Additional compensation may include overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses.

EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.