Jobs at National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)

This full-time Alaska Workstream Product Owner role supports the Federal Aviation Administration's National Airspace System modernization efforts within the BNATCS program. The position serves as the primary liaison between FAA stakeholders, engineering teams, and program leadership to define and prioritize product backlogs for Alaska's unique aviation environment. Key responsibilities include managing the product vision and roadmap, translating operational requirements into user stories, leading Agile sprint planning, and ensuring compliance with safety and cybersecurity standards. The role offers the opportunity to shape critical infrastructure in a mission-critical setting while working alongside aviation and systems integration experts. This on-site position is based in Anchorage, Alaska, providing a chance to directly impact the safety and efficiency of one of the world's most challenging aviation regions.

This senior information security engineering role supports a critical national infrastructure operator within Peraton's cybersecurity operations center. The position requires a U.S. citizen with an active security clearance to lead security control assessments, identify risk gaps, and manage remediation plans across complex systems. Key responsibilities include evaluating technical and administrative controls, supporting regulatory audits, and mentoring junior analysts to ensure compliance with frameworks like NIST and FISMA. The role appeals to professionals seeking to defend against nation-state threats in a mission-critical environment. It offers the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders in a collaborative culture focused on protecting vital national assets, with a hybrid work arrangement involving on-site presence at the operations center.

This full-time Incident Responder role supports the Army National Guard within Peraton's national security division in the greater DMV area. The position requires an active TS/SCI clearance and involves triaging security alerts, analyzing SIEM and EDR data, and executing containment actions to mitigate threats. Key responsibilities include conducting forensic evidence collection, performing root-cause analysis, coordinating with cross-functional security teams, and refining incident response playbooks. The role appeals to professionals seeking to protect critical national infrastructure while working in a collaborative environment that values mission-critical outcomes. The position is based on-site and offers opportunities to utilize advanced threat-hunting methodologies and automation tools within a high-impact cybersecurity team.

This Cloud Software Engineer role is based in Laurel, Maryland, within the Cyber Intel Product Development team at Peraton, a national security firm. The position focuses on designing and delivering scalable cloud-native solutions for mission-critical systems using AWS infrastructure and high-level languages like Java and C++. Key responsibilities include leading the full software development lifecycle, optimizing system performance and reliability, managing cloud operations, and mentoring junior engineers. The role appeals to candidates seeking to solve complex engineering challenges while contributing to significant national security missions. It offers a collaborative, agile environment with opportunities for technical growth and direct impact on large-scale data management and streaming solutions. An active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

This mid-level Systems Engineer role supports a Department of Defense customer within Peraton's national security division. The position requires maintaining technical integrity across ISO/IEC 15288 process areas, including developing engineering documentation, analyzing technical alternatives, and coordinating cross-discipline reviews. Key responsibilities involve managing system requirements, supervising contractor engineers, and proposing innovative solutions for complex projects. The role appeals to professionals seeking to contribute to critical global missions while working in a collaborative environment. Candidates must hold a valid TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including subsidized health coverage, substantial paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.

This full-time SOC Operations Analyst role supports Federal Strategic Cyber programs at Peraton's Warrenton, Virginia facility. The position involves managing incident triage, coordinating containment and remediation efforts, and performing quality assurance on service desk actions. Key responsibilities include monitoring multiple data sources for threats, conducting network analytics, and delivering cyber risk briefings to government stakeholders. The role appeals to candidates seeking to protect national security assets within a mission-driven environment. It requires an active Public Trust clearance and offers opportunities for professional growth through exposure to advanced cyber forensics and threat hunting. The position is on-site with potential travel requirements up to 25 percent.

This Systems Test Engineer role serves as a subject matter expert within Peraton's team supporting the Federal Aviation Administration's modernization of the National Airspace System. The position focuses on validating complex hardware and software environments to ensure the safety and reliability of critical aviation infrastructure. Key responsibilities include leading the development of system-level test strategies, executing functional and performance testing within CI/CD pipelines, and conducting root cause analysis for integration failures. The role appeals to professionals seeking to define the future of air traffic management by working on a mission-critical project that directly impacts national safety. The position requires on-site work at the Tech Center near Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, offering the opportunity to contribute to a transformative enterprise IT provider at the forefront of federal engineering.

This senior Systems Integration Engineer role supports the Federal Aviation Administration's Brand New Air Traffic Control System modernization at Peraton, a national security firm. The position focuses on ensuring timely upgrades to the National Airspace System through on-site work in Herndon, Virginia, or Bowie, Maryland. Key responsibilities include evaluating implementation efficiencies, coordinating cross-program integration activities, providing onsite support during complex deployments, and assisting with project documentation and acceptance inspections. The role appeals to professionals seeking to shape the future of U.S. airspace operations within a mission-critical environment. It offers the opportunity to work alongside aviation and engineering leaders on vital infrastructure projects while maintaining a high level of technical impact.

The Data Analyst role at Peraton supports USSOCOM operations at Fort Bragg, NC, by transforming structured and unstructured data into actionable insights for leadership. Key responsibilities include collecting and cleaning large datasets, developing interactive dashboards using tools like Tableau or Power BI, and writing SQL queries to extract and analyze information from enterprise databases. The position requires collaboration with IT teams and stakeholders to ensure data accuracy, maintain reporting workflows, and present findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. This opportunity appeals to professionals seeking to contribute to national security missions within a collaborative environment that values mission capability and innovation. The role demands an active DoD TS/SCI clearance and offers the chance to work on critical defense initiatives while utilizing advanced data modeling and visualization technologies.

This junior-level Systems Engineer role supports mission-critical geospatial intelligence systems for the National System of Geospatial-Intelligence and allied environments. The position involves assisting with requirements analysis, systems integration, and technical planning within cloud-enabled architectures. Key responsibilities include translating mission needs into technical solutions, conducting trade studies, and collaborating with senior engineers and government stakeholders to ensure system resilience. The role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact national security missions alongside a team of experts in a fully onsite setting in Chantilly, Virginia. It is ideal for early-career professionals seeking to develop expertise in enterprise architecture and modern engineering practices within a collaborative, mission-driven culture.

This Computer Network Defense Analyst role at Peraton supports national security missions by defending and monitoring critical networks for the Intelligence Community. The position requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and involves detecting cyber threats, analyzing network traffic logs, and implementing mitigations to protect infrastructure. Key duties include collaborating with military and government personnel to align technical expertise with mission needs and developing new tradecraft for evolving security challenges. The role offers the opportunity to work within an elite team safeguarding the nation, featuring a hybrid work arrangement in the Maryland area and access to a premier benefits package including substantial annual leave and subsidized health coverage.

The Deployment Readiness Engineer role at Peraton supports the Federal Aviation Administration's National Airspace System modernization in Dallas, Texas. This position serves as a regional technical lead coordinating the installation and deployment of Air/Ground radio systems alongside engineering and field teams. Key responsibilities include planning site visits, executing hardware and software installations, performing field testing, and ensuring all activities comply with FAA technical standards. The role requires extensive travel to remote or rugged locations to troubleshoot issues and document deployment status. This opportunity appeals to professionals seeking to contribute to critical national infrastructure while working within a mission-driven environment that values innovation and collaboration across aviation and systems integration domains.

This senior-level Quality Assurance Process Analyst role supports the Federal Aviation Administration to advance the safety and modernization of the National Airspace System. Based in Anchorage, Alaska, the position involves advising leadership on quality strategy, overseeing compliance across complex workstreams and subcontractors, and leading audits to ensure program readiness. Key responsibilities include developing quality standards, analyzing performance metrics, and mentoring junior staff to maintain rigorous safety and operational discipline. The role is appealing for professionals seeking to contribute to critical national security missions in a high-impact environment. It offers the opportunity to work in diverse field conditions, including remote Arctic sites, and requires travel to support on-site operations. The position demands a Public Trust clearance and extensive experience in regulated federal environments.

This full-time Computer Network Defense Analyst role at Peraton supports national security missions by defending and monitoring vital networks for the Intelligence Community. The position requires an active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph and involves detecting cyber threats using intrusion detection systems, developing network mitigations, and collaborating with military and government personnel to align technical expertise with mission needs. The role offers the opportunity to work within an elite team safeguarding the nation while utilizing advanced analytics on complex data environments. Employees benefit from a premier package including heavily subsidized health coverage, 25 days of PTO, and recognition for critical skills, all within a culture dedicated to solving the most daunting security challenges.

This on-site Performance and Stability Test Engineer role supports the Federal Aviation Administration's modernization of the National Airspace System in Chantilly, Virginia. The position involves leading the design and execution of performance testing for mission-critical aviation software, defining comprehensive test plans, and utilizing AI-assisted tools to create realistic operational scenarios. Key responsibilities include analyzing system logs and telemetry to identify bottlenecks, generating detailed performance test reports, and collaborating with engineering teams to validate fixes and ensure system resilience. The role appeals to professionals seeking to directly impact national safety and infrastructure reliability within a high-stakes environment. It offers the opportunity to work with advanced technologies like Linux and containerized environments while contributing to the future of air traffic management.

This mid-level role within Peraton's Finance organization supports national security missions by developing winning pricing strategies for government contracts. The position involves creating cost proposals and pricing models, advising internal teams on risk mitigation, and ensuring strict compliance with federal regulations such as the FAR and CAS. Key duties include coordinating with cross-functional groups to manage proposal schedules, supporting financial analysis, and assisting with audit reviews. The opportunity appeals to professionals seeking to shape how the company wins business in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The role requires a Secret security clearance and offers a collaborative culture focused on growth and solving critical challenges for the nation.

This Test Automation Engineer - SME role supports the Federal Aviation Administration's National Airspace System modernization at Peraton's New Jersey facility. The position requires a subject matter expert to lead the design and scaling of test automation frameworks within DevSecOps and CI/CD pipelines. Key responsibilities include developing reusable automation libraries, creating scripts for functional and performance testing, and providing technical mentorship to engineering teams. The role appeals to professionals seeking high-impact work in a mission-critical environment where their contributions directly ensure the safety and efficiency of U.S. airspace. The position offers the opportunity to influence system architecture and collaborate with aviation leaders on nationally significant programs while working on-site.

This Business Administrator role supports a national security services firm serving Department of Defense and intelligence community stakeholders in Fairfax County, Virginia. The position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance and involves conducting statistical analysis to measure service performance, developing metrics to identify risks and improvement opportunities, and managing record-keeping for visualization and dissemination activities. Key responsibilities include performing business process mapping for intelligence-related functions and providing ad hoc analytic support to drive operational efficiency. The role appeals to professionals seeking to work with government civilians and contractors in a mission-driven environment that prioritizes employee well-being and innovative benefits. The position offers the opportunity to apply advanced analytical methodologies to complex defense intelligence challenges while collaborating within a diverse and supportive team.

This full-time Customer Technical Specialist role supports IT infrastructure operations for the Transportation Security Administration across U.S. airports and international sites. The position requires on-site work in Indianapolis with up to 25% travel. Key responsibilities include providing hands-on technical support for network systems, end-user devices, and security equipment, while troubleshooting hardware and software issues. The role also involves managing IT inventory, performing installations, and maintaining accurate configuration records. This opportunity appeals to candidates seeking to contribute to national security missions within a collaborative environment. The position offers professional growth through exposure to complex federal IT systems and the chance to work directly with senior government personnel in high-profile settings.

The Tower Simulation Systems Lead role at Peraton directs modernization initiatives for FAA air traffic control tower simulation and training within the National Airspace System. Key responsibilities include overseeing the acquisition, integration, and lifecycle management of virtual tower technologies while ensuring compliance with strict FAA safety and cybersecurity standards. The position requires coordinating cross-functional teams to maintain operational continuity and aligning simulation efforts with broader BNATCS objectives. This opportunity appeals to professionals seeking to support national security missions in a collaborative, mission-driven culture. The role is based on-site in Herndon, Virginia, and offers the chance to work with cutting-edge aviation technology while solving complex challenges for government agencies.

This hybrid Electrical/Systems Engineer role supports the Naval Research Laboratory within Peraton's Spacecraft Engineering Division. The position focuses on the design, development, and testing of circuit card assemblies and electronics for space flight hardware. Key responsibilities include developing electrical power systems, creating motor and sensor control electronics, designing test equipment, and managing printed circuit board layouts using industry-standard tools. The role appeals to engineers seeking to work on critical national security missions in oceanography and space domains. It offers a collaborative environment where technical expertise directly impacts operational products for the U.S. armed forces. The position requires a hybrid work arrangement with flexibility to work both on-site and remotely.

This full-time Cyber Systems Engineer and Information System Security Officer role supports the Cyber Missions team at Peraton in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. The position focuses on maintaining the security posture of complex national security systems while ensuring compliance with rigorous cybersecurity and information assurance requirements. Key responsibilities include managing Certification and Accreditation activities, performing vulnerability and risk assessments, developing system engineering documentation, and guiding stakeholders through system design and integration. The role appeals to professionals seeking to work on critical national security missions within a collaborative environment that values technical leadership and continuous improvement. Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph and possess extensive systems engineering experience. The position is based on-site in Maryland.