Systems Engineer, TS/SCI w/Poly

Peraton; Maryland; On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days PTO

Discretionary bonus program

Comprehensive benefits (medical,Dental

Vision

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Systems Engineer to support mission-critical dataflow and operational systems. You will modernize dataflows, migrate legacy capabilities to cloud environments, and ensure reliability and performance of systems delivering mission data to end users.

You will work hands-on with dataflow technologies, including Apache NiFi, to drive decision support across mission environments. Applicants should have a TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph eligibility and a strong background in

Qualifications

• Ten years of systems engineering experience in programs of similar scope and complexity.
• Degree in systems engineering, computer science, information systems, or related field; five additional years may substitute for a degree.
• Ability to obtain TS/SCI with a polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Process Dataflow Management Requests (DMRs) and implement efficient dataflow solutions.
• Create and manage dataflows using Apache NiFi.
• Manage and support operational systems that process and maintain mission data.
• Review and process Dataflow Management Requests (DMRs) and implement efficient dataflow solutions.
• Support dataflow modernization efforts, including migration from hardware-based systems to virtual cloud environments.
• Evaluate existing dataflows, develop requirements, and rebuild flows in collaboration with operations teams.
• Develop system architecture diagrams depicting software and system functions.
• Support analytical requirements and mission needs.

Skills

10+ years systems engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering or related

Tools

Zookeeper

Elasticsearch

Grafana

NiFi Registry

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

The Team is seeking a Systems Engineer to support mission-critical operational systems and dataflow management within a dynamic technical environment. In this role, you will directly contribute to enabling mission success by ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of systems that process and deliver critical mission data to end users.

You will play a key role in modernizing dataflows and operational systems, helping transition legacy capabilities into cloud-based environments while supporting real-time mission needs. This is a hands‑on opportunity for engineers with experience or interest in dataflow technologies, including Apache NiFi, to work on impactful systems that drive decision‑making and operational effectiveness across mission environments.

What You'll Do

• Process Dataflow Management Requests (DMRs) and implement efficient dataflow solutions
• Create and manage dataflows using Apache NiFi
• Manage and support operational systems that process and maintain mission data Review and process Dataflow Management Requests (DMRs) and implement efficient dataflow solutions
• Support dataflow modernization efforts, including migration from hardware‑based systems to virtual cloud environments
• Evaluate existing dataflows, develop requirements, and rebuild flows in collaboration with operations teams
• Develop system architecture diagrams depicting software and system functions
• Support analytical requirements and mission needs

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Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of experience as a Systems Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
• Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university. Five (5) years of additional Systems Engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance with a polygraph.

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum four (4) years of experience within the Intelligence Community working with mission systems that process and manage mission data
• Experience working with mission data formats
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems CLI to manage software configurations and perform software upgrades
• Familiarity with Dataflow Management Requests (DMRs)
• Experience with Apache NiFi functionality for managing or building dataflows
• Experience managing analytical needs and requirements
• Experience creating system architecture diagrams depicting software and system functions
• Experience with tools such as Zookeeper, Elasticsearch, Grafana, and NiFi Registry

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on our critical National Security programs, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Details

Target Salary Range: $135,000 - $216,000. 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. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

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