Systems Hardware Engineer

Peraton; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Systems Hardware Engineer to support national intelligence programs. This role involves designing and improving server platforms, performing network systems engineering, and managing vendor communications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in hardware design and a strong understanding of computer hardware components. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will contribute to critical missions in national security, ensuring the integrity and performance of vital systems. If you're passionate about technology and want to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in hardware design and network systems engineering.
• Proficiency in hardware engineering tools and documenting requirements.
• Experience with vendor communications and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop server/compute platforms for client missions.
• Lead system integration activities and manage technical integrity.
• Research new technologies and maintain documentation for hardware.

Skills

Hardware Design

Network Systems Engineering

Technical Planning

Vendor Management

Documentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Tools

Cisco

HP

Dell

IBM

Job description

Systems Hardware Engineer

Job Locations: US-VA-Herndon | US-VA-Chantilly | US-DC-Washington

Requisition ID: 2025-153975

Position Category: Information Technology

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Responsibilities

Job Description: Peraton is seeking an experienced systems Hardware Engineer to join our national intelligence program in Northern Virginia that delivers engineering, application development, deployment, operations, upgrades, and sustainment of products and services to achieve our client's global missions.

Responsibilities include:

• Design, develop, troubleshoot, maintain, and improve the clients' server/compute platforms.
• Perform end-to-end network systems engineering, working with vendors.
• Identify and maintain requirements to achieve mission needs, perform higher-level network design, and create Power Space and Cooling (PSC), Bill of Material (BOM), Baseline Exception Requirements (BER), and other procurement documents.
• Create and design complex network core cabling and infrastructure cabling between racks, ensuring all cabling drawing packages are accurate.
• Lead integration efforts of equipment from vendors such as Cisco, HP, Dell, IBM, among others.
• Perform quality assurance on all systems procurement, ensuring they meet build standards.
• Establish processes to control and manage changes to requirements, considering impacts, gaining stakeholder buy-in, and ensuring traceability.
• Manage and ensure the technical integrity of the system baseline over time, updating it during the system lifecycle.
• Develop operational scenarios and concepts describing system interactions with users and the environment.
• Coordinate system integration activities among multiple teams, ensuring all interfaces are covered.
• Provide technical planning, system, integration, verification, cost, risk, and supportability analyses.
• Research new technologies and obtain technical specifications.
• Keep updated on End of Sale, End of Support, and End of Life components.
• Manage vendor communications, including technical specifications, quotes, and BOMs.
• Create rack elevations, floor plans, build documents, and review drawings.
• Update build cable run lists and upload for team use.
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes, procedures, test cases, issue resolutions, and documentation.
• Travel may be required within the NCR for customer or corporate needs.

Note: Position is contingent on contract award.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with ability to pass CI Poly.
• Minimum of 8 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 6 years with a Master's, or 3 years with a PhD, or 12 years with a high school diploma.
• Proven experience in hardware design, testing, and platform analysis.
• Knowledge of computer hardware components.
• Proficiency in hardware engineering tools and documenting requirements.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI with CI Poly clearances.
• Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering.
• Prior experience with customer missions and programs.

Security Clearance: Must have an active TS/SCI clearance and be able to obtain a CI Poly. US Citizenship required.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a leading national security company providing solutions across land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace, supporting government agencies and armed forces worldwide.

Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000, based on experience and other factors.

EEO Statement

Peraton is an equal opportunity employer, including for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.