Senior Technical Project Engineer – DoD Modernization (Huntsville)

Peraton; Alabama; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Sr. Technical Project Engineer in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in systems engineering, technical leadership, and defense modernization.

Responsibilities include providing technical oversight, tracking execution, and coordinating with Government and industry partners, while ensuring alignment with software modernization initiatives.

Active TS/SCI clearance is required, and applicants should be prepared for regular in-person engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in systems engineering and defense modernization.
• Prior senior technical leadership role required.

Responsibilities

• Support task execution and technical coordination.
• Provide oversight across modernization efforts.
• Track progress, identify risks, and align teams.

Skills

Experience in systems engineering

Technical leadership

Understanding complex DoD systems

Experience with Government customers

Active TS/SCI clearance

Education

BS/BA with minimum of 12 years of experience

MS/MA with minimum 10 years of experience

Ph.D. with minimum 7 years of experience

In lieu of degree, 16 years applicable experience may apply

Tools

Jira

DevSecOps

GitLab

Kubernetes/OpenShift

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Sr. Technical Project Engineer in Huntsville, AL. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in systems engineering, technical leadership, and defense modernization.

Responsibilities include providing technical oversight, tracking execution, and coordinating with Government and industry partners, while ensuring alignment with software modernization initiatives.

Active TS/SCI clearance is required, and applicants should be prepared for regular in-person engagement.