Expert Level Systems Engineer - Digital Engineering Lead

ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking an Expert Systems Engineer to provide senior technical leadership in the design, integration, and sustainment of complex systems supporting the National System of Geospatial-Intelligence (NSG), Allied System of Geospatial-Intelligence (ASG), and other Federal mission partners. This role supports enterprise-level engineering efforts across the full systems lifecycle and serves as a trusted advisor to government leadership on technical strategy, mission requirements, and emerging technologies.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport government leadership in directing systems engineering activities across requirements engineering, solutions engineering, integration, testing, sustainment, resiliency, and performance analysis.Translate mission and customer needs into system and capability requirements that align with strategic objectives.Analyze user requirements, system workflows, and operational constraints to improve existing environments and recommend future-state solutions.Provide technical guidance on proposed solution designs based on mission needs, technology advancements, and architectural standards.Support allocation of requirements to system architecture components and associated implementation programs.Lead or support:Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs)Courses of Action (CoAs)Trade StudiesEngineering AssessmentsAssist with systems integration activities across multiple organizations and mission partners.Provide expertise in:Strategic technical planningProject and resource planningRisk managementInterface designPerformance engineering* Coordinate and oversee the work of senior-, mid-, and junior-level systems engineers.* Operate across organizational and agency boundaries to support integration of multiple major acquisition programs.What You BringThe ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strategic systems thinking, and the ability to lead engineering efforts that support mission-critical intelligence systems across highly complex enterprise environments.Location: This position is fully onsite in either Chantilly or Springfield, VAQualificationsPeraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, 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.Required Qualifications18+ years' of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related technical/scientific field such as:EngineeringPhysicsMathematicsOperations ResearchEngineering ManagementComputer ScienceInformation TechnologyManagement Information SystemsRelated STEM disciplineAdditional experience may be substituted for education:* 4 years of additional experience with no degree* 2 years of additional experience with a non-STEM degreeExperience in one or more of the following:DoD/IC Acquisition ProcessRequirements ManagementPPBES ProcessLarge-scale System of Systems engineeringService-Oriented Architectures across cloud, on-premises, or hybrid environmentsStrong understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle3+ years of OPIR experience3+ years of ISPO experienceScaled Agile Framework (SAFe) certification or comparable Agile certification such as:SAFe Program ConsultantSAFe AgilistCertified Scrum MasterExperience with:Program planningResource planningAgile tools such as JIRA and ConfluenceExperience with data visualization tools such as TableauKnowledge of the current NSG/ASG and NRO enterprisePrevious NGA, NSG/ASG, IC, or DoD program experienceTS/SCI clearance, with ability to obtain SCI and successfully pass a polygraph.Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree in Systems Engineering or related STEM disciplineExperience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools, processes, and languagesSoftware Development Framework certificationInternational Council on Systems Engineering Expert Systems Engineering Professional (ESEP) certificationProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseMembership or leadership in professional organizations such as:ACSMASCEASPRSOGCSAREMUnited States Geospatial Intelligence FoundationExtensive experience in geospatial intelligenceExperience designing solutions using:Cloud technologiesStructured and unstructured Big DataAutomationArtificial Intelligence / Augmentation technologiesWorking knowledge of:PhotogrammetryRemote sensingImage scienceGeographic Information Systems (GIS)Geomatics2+ years of cloud engineering experience or related cloud certificationsStrong ability to communicate effectively with senior government leadershipNetwork engineering experience is a plusPeraton OverviewPeraton 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$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.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.