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Technical Project Engineer

Peraton

United States

Remote

USD 66,000 - 106,000

Full time

24 days ago

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Job summary

A leading national security company is seeking a Project Engineer to manage diverse, high-visibility projects within the Risk Decision Group. This role involves supervising project activities, coordinating resources, and ensuring that project deliverables align with expectations. The ideal candidate will be a U.S. citizen with a current TS clearance, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. This is a remote position with an attractive salary range.

Qualifications

  • 0 years with BS/BA; 4 years with no degree.
  • US Citizenship required.
  • Current/Active TS clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Managing performance of small projects or portions of larger programs.
  • Serving as the primary point of contact for assigned projects.
  • Developing work plans, schedules, estimates, and resource plans.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Proficiency in Microsoft Teams
Experience with Visio
Experience with process flow mapping

Education

BS/BA

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking to fill a critical role for a Project Engineer to manage high-visibility projects within our Risk Decision Group (RDG).

This role is 100% remote.

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Managing the performance of small projects or portions of larger programs in line with contract requirements and company policies.
  • Directing and supervising support resources and managing project activities from design through testing, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
  • Serving as the primary point of contact for assigned projects, overseeing development and implementation.
  • Interfacing with end users, support teams, technical staff, and senior leadership.
  • Coordinating within the project team to meet and communicate project expectations.
  • Managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Developing work plans, schedules, estimates, resource plans, and status reports.
  • Gathering functional and technical requirements using standard project management methodologies.
  • Ensuring all project deliverables are prepared and accountable.
  • Conducting project meetings, tracking progress, and analyzing risks and key decisions.
  • Providing timely updates to senior management and stakeholders.
  • Recommending and implementing solutions to problems.
  • Specifying system requirements and verifying that systems meet these requirements.
  • Leading change requests and bugs through the change management process.
  • Applying troubleshooting and problem-solving skills effectively.
  • Working under general direction to solve complex problems.
  • Collaborating as a team player and providing after-hours support when needed.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • 0 years with BS/BA; 4 years with no degree
  • US Citizenship
  • Current/Active TS clearance
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Teams environment
  • Experience with Visio
  • Experience with process flow mapping

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PMP Certification
  • Scrum Master Certification
  • Understanding of background investigation processes
  • Knowledge of agile methodologies
  • Understanding of software development lifecycles
Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company supporting missions worldwide, including space, cyberspace, and more. We provide innovative solutions to protect our nation and allies, working across all domains and supporting U.S. armed forces. Our employees tackle the most challenging problems daily. Visit peraton.com to learn more about our work in keeping people safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$66,000 - $106,000, depending on experience and other factors.

EEO

Peraton is an equal opportunity employer, including for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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