Spring/Summer 2027 University Entry-level STEM Pipeline

Peraton; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Reston, VA, is seeking entry-level engineers for opportunities across the Northern Virginia and Washington DC metro area. Roles focus on systems engineering, software, and related disciplines, with possible remote support depending on program.

Candidates are upcoming graduates pursuing BS/BA or MS/MA in relevant fields, with potential to join projects aligned to their career paths. The program is a pipeline to future openings, not a direct hire against this requisition.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Pursuing/completing BS/BA or MS/MA with expected graduation Dec 2026 or May/June 2027 and 0–2 years of experience.
• Ability to obtain/maintain government security clearance.
• Desire to learn, help others and contribute to the mission.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, testing and evaluation of computer components and deployment of intelligence collection systems.
• Assist across the project life-cycle from conception to requirements, oversight of contractors, testing, and deployment.
• Collaborate with teams to improve enterprise effectiveness and innovation.

Skills

US Citizenship

STEM education

Security clearance

Learning attitude

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Adaptability

Self-motivation

Education

BS/BA or MS in STEM fields

Job description

About Peraton

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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

About The Role

Peraton is seeking Entry-level Engineers at various Peraton sites, predominantly in the Northern Virginia/ Washington DC Metro area. Depending on the program and given the current workforce climate, the position may be able to be supported remotely.

Please note: This is a pipeline position intended to collect applications from candidates interested in future entry-level opportunities. No hires will be made directly against this requisition. Applications will be reviewed as specific entry-level needs are identified across Peraton programs and teams.

Because this posting is not tied to a specific opening, position, or hiring timeline, individual application status updates may be limited or unavailable. If your background aligns with a confirmed entry-level opportunity, a member of our recruiting team may contact you regarding next steps. Applying to this pipeline does not guarantee consideration for or placement in a specific role.

Peraton is seeking upcoming graduates eager to jump-start their careers in the STEM field! We are welcoming various engineering degrees such as systems, computer, mechanical, aerospace, and everything in between! Candidates will be aligned to one or more projects based on their career aspirations to ensure they are supporting a project that aligns to their career path. Our engineers and technical professionals are system integrators, responsible for ensuring mission success by integrating across all systems and capabilities, with a focus on improving overall enterprise effectiveness, efficiency, and innovation.

Peraton operates in a fast paced, high octane environment that is managed and controlled by us, the contractor. Our company has built long lasting relationships with government agencies, vendors, and contractors. All positions center on engineering support to the design, development, testing and evaluating of computer components, equipment and deployment of intelligence collection systems. Support will span to all aspects of the project development life-cycle from upfront conception planning, to requirements construction, oversight of development contractors, test and inspection, and through operational deployment.

If you strive to become part of something bigger than yourself, reach your fullest potential, gain a multitude of new skills within your career path and Do The Can't Be Done, then apply to become part of Peraton's technical team today!

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• In the process of pursuing/completing a BS/BA or MS/MA degree preferably in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, Systems Engineering, or related field with an expected completion/graduation date in the December 2026 or May/June 2027 time-frame and 0-2 years of experience through previous coursework and/or internships.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance, if applicable and as dictated by the program/contract.
• A passion for learning, helping others, and contributing value to the mission in any way possible.
• Ability to create, sustain, and enhance fostering of team dynamics and collaboration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to quickly adapt and learn new technologies and concepts.
• You are self-motivated, independent, detail oriented, responsible team-player.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous hands-on internship experience in your related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency using Microsoft office.
• An already active government security clearance.

Details

Target Salary Range: $66,000 - $106,000. 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.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• health savings account
• short/long term disability
• EAP
• parental leave
• 401(k)
• paid time off (PTO) for vacation
• company paid holidays

EEO

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.