Senior Mission Systems Engineer & Integrator

Peraton; McLean, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 282,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Mission Engineer and Integrator to provide technical and operational expertise for operations planning and execution in McLean, VA. The role emphasizes deployment of operational technology systems, development of operations concepts, and guidance on risk management, trade studies, and system improvements within a national security context.

The position may involve overseas deployments as directed by sponsors.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI with Poly clearance required.
• Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; four years of experience may be substituted for degree.
• Customer-specific experience.
• Significant background supporting technical operations.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment of operational technology systems and equipment, including overseas deployments as directed by the sponsor.
• Write or contribute to operational correspondence and operational approval processes.
• Monitor incoming operational correspondence and identify action items for response.
• Assist Sponsor personnel conducting risk management and governance responsibilities in reviewing, defining, and clarifying operational requirements.
• Leverage professional networks to streamline problem-solving.
• Analyze situational conditions to meet operational requirements with appropriate technologies, capabilities, and systems.
• Support development and updates to concepts of operations.
• Provide operational input to the development of new systems, capabilities, and equipment.
• Provide tradecraft recommendations and best practices during operations planning, assessment, and approvals.

Skills

TS/SCI with Poly

Technical operations experience

Risk assessment

Operational planning

Education

BS/BA with 12+ years

MS/MA with 10+ years

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Mission Engineer and Integrator to provide technical and operational expertise for operations planning and execution in McLean, VA. The role emphasizes deployment of operational technology systems, development of operations concepts, and guidance on risk management, trade studies, and system improvements within a national security context.

The position may involve overseas deployments as directed by sponsors.