Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems

peraton· Engineering
Apply Now ↗
📍 Herndon, VA, USFULL TIME

About this role

Responsibilities

Ready to make an impact? Peraton has exciting opportunities to join a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, supporting several mission critical space and intelligence programs, including development, deployment, operations and maintenance of satellite ground terminals and associated systems. Peraton is seeking a self-starting cleared Senior Systems Engineer in our Herndon, VA location. 

 

The Systems Engineer will be responsible for the following but not limited to:

  • Develop requirements documentation
  • Support analysis and allocation of requirements to lower level systems
  • Coordinate with external customers
  • Support design and requirements reviews
  • Develop, maintain and exercise system performance models
  • Identifying critical analysis required, organizing and performing analysis tasks, organizing and performing system- and design-level trades, developing and evaluating algorithms, defining system architecture to implement algorithm
  • Requirements verification planning and execution
  • Support business development, development of system engineering and analysis program plans.
  • Develop concepts of operation, technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, supportability and effectiveness analyses, functional analysis, timeline analysis, detailed trade studies
  • Ensure the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints
  • Plan, execute, and close projects that meet or exceed customer objectives
  • Create clear and attainable project objectives, build project requirements, and manage constraints of cost, time, scope, and quality
  • Develop the overall project plan and manage project operations
  • Manage the project stakeholders, project team, project risk, project schedule, project budget, and project conflicts
  • Ensure team members know and execute their respective roles and the roles of the other team members
  • Ensure production schedules are met and system resources are used effectively
  • Coordinate resolution of production-related problems
  • Ensures proper relationships are established between customers, teaming partners, and vendors to facilitate the delivery of systems and services
  • Provide and coordinate EVMS reporting 
  • Manage the integration of vendor tasks and track and review vendor deliverables.   
  • Supervise, manage, support and evaluate personnel  
  • Estimate staffing needs, assign work, recommend candidates for employment, makes recommendations for termination, conduct performance evaluations and salary reviews for assigned staff and is responsible for the application of company policies.

 

#SpaceIntel

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering,  Engineering Management or related disciplines plus 5 years of experience
  • Must have a minimum of a TS/SCI clearance and willing to sit for and pass a polygraph within 30 days of employment or at customers request. Contract requires TS/SCI with poly
  • Experience in Satellite Ground and Space Operations

 

Desired Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Experience with wireless digital communication systems
  • Experience with EVMS
  • Experience with Matlab / Simulink / Octave / STK
  • Worked in automated test environments
  • Strong writing and presentation skills 
  • The ability to communicate and work well with others

 

Peraton Overview

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 do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems position at peraton?
The salary for this Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems role at peraton is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems position at peraton located?
This Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems role at peraton is based in Herndon, VA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems role at peraton full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems role in the Engineering department at peraton.
Which team or department does the Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems at peraton belong to?
This Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems position is part of the Engineering department at peraton. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems position at peraton?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to peraton's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems job at peraton posted?
This Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems position at peraton was posted on May 14, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Senior Systems Engineer, Space Systems
peraton
Apply for this role ↗

You'll be redirected to peraton's official application page on icims.