SATCOM Software Engineer, Senior Advisor

Peraton; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a SATCOM software specialist in Chantilly, VA to apply technical expertise and attention to detail in developing actionable intelligence. You will work with RF intelligence, SATCOM systems, and production cycles to support planning, data collection, and analysis across programs.

You will prepare briefings for senior leadership, deliver operational guidance, and collaborate with IC and DoD stakeholders on multidisciplinary teams. A TS/SCI with Poly is required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Experience with SATCOM systems and weapons systems
• Telemetry, tracking and control (TT&C)
• Data analysis and enterprise data systems

Responsibilities

• Develop actionable intelligence from RF and SATCOM data and production cycles.
• Research and analyze complex digital communications and application layer protocols.
• Prepare briefings for senior executives on requirements, capabilities and project status.

Skills

SATCOM systems

Telemetry & TT&C

Data analysis

Security clearance TS/SCI with Poly

Education

BS/BA

MS/MA

PhD

Job description

Job Locations

US-VA-Chantilly

Requisition ID

2026-167151

Position Category

Information Technology

Clearance

Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Responsibilities

As a SATCOM software specialist on our team, you will apply your technical expertise, attention to detail, and curiosity to develop actionable intelligence for our customers. You will play a critical role in developing an understanding of the operational environment.

You will work in a dynamic environment and leverage experience with the RF intelligence and production cycle to support the planning for and collection of signals data. You will perform research and analysis of complex digital communications and application layer protocols and support the processing and exploitation of signals collected from various sources.

You will prepare and present briefings on requirements, capabilities, and project status for a variety of audiences, including senior executives, provide operational guidance, and successfully engage with organizations from across the IC and Department of Defense. You must have a strong record of achievement, familiarity with operational procedures and regulations, and ability to work well with stakeholders from various organizations on an integrated, multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.

Must currently hold a TS/SCI with Poly to be considered

management software for control and monitoring of SATCOM systems

Experience with various SATCOM and weapons systems, associated programs, modeling & simulation

Experience with telemetry, tracking and control (TT&C)

Exposure to data analysis and enterprise data systems

Must currently hold a TS/SCI with Poly to be considered.

Desired

Minimum of 14 years of work experience with 10 years or more experience in mission

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

$146,000 - $234,000. 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.