Systems Engineer/Project Manager

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

Job summary

Peraton in Chantilly, Virginia is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Systems Engineering life cycle. The role involves collaboration with stakeholders, project management, and documentation of requirements. Candidates must have significant experience, including a current TS/SCI clearance and a strong background in RF communication systems. The target salary range is $146,000 - $234,000 based on qualifications. This role offers the opportunity to work on multiple projects in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; 10 years with MS/MA; 7 years with Ph.D.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• 5+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with customers to understand mission needs.
• Capture and document User, Functional, and Technical requirements.
• Provide project management support to drive projects to completion.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Project Management

Communication skills

RF communication systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Ph.D.

Job description

Responsibilities

The ideal Systems Engineer for this position will possess the knowledge and technical expertise to support the team during the entire Systems Engineering life cycle. We are seeking a forward‑leaning self‑starter capable of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment. They will be expected to support multiple efforts and will assist the customer in making informed decisions related to requirements and developments. The candidate will perform traditional Systems Engineering and Project Management activities to include the following tasks and duties:

• Collaborate with customer and stakeholders to understand mission needs and develop Concept of Operations documents.
• Capture and document User, Functional, and Technical requirements.
• Perform analysis and allocate requirements to systems and segments.
• Provide project management support, develop project plans, integration and test support, and initial solution definition.
• Drive projects to completion.
• Plan and participate in characterization testing of RF systems.
• Coordinate and participate in technical exchange meetings (TEMS).
• Identify technical, CI, and operational risks and recommend mitigations.
• Create briefings to support Control Gates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer providing the above services.
• Strong written, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to prepare and brief complex technical and non‑technical information to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience with RF communication systems, technologies, and concepts.
• Self‑starter who will take initiative for managing key parts of complex technical developments.
• Desire and ability to work on multiple fast‑paced projects and to aggressively learn the activities and focus of the organization.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic team environment.

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.