Junior Systems Engineer — Chantilly, VA at Peraton

About Peraton

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. We operate at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face, serving as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supporting every branch of the U.S. armed forces.

About the Role

This position supports mission-critical initiatives across the National System of Geospatial-Intelligence (NSG), Allied System of Geospatial-Intelligence (ASG), and Federal Agencies. You will work alongside senior engineers and government stakeholders to support systems engineering activities that ensure timely, accurate, and reliable GEOINT capabilities. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals looking to build experience in systems engineering, integration, cloud technologies, and mission-focused solutions within the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense environments.

Why Join Us

You will have the opportunity to work on high-impact national security programs, collaborate with experienced engineering teams, and grow your technical expertise in a dynamic and mission-driven environment. This role is fully onsite in either Chantilly or Springfield, VA.

Application Process

The application period for this job is estimated to be 30 days from the posting date, though this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and candidate availability. By applying, you express interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview and a process to verify your identity.

Equal Opportunity

Peraton is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Work location

Work model: On-site

13939, Valley Country Drive, Brookfield, Chantilly, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20151, United States

Chantilly, Virginia

Key Responsibilities

check_circleSupport systems engineering activities including requirements engineering, integration, testing, and reliability efforts
check_circleAssist with planning, requirements analysis, and traceability across system architectures and workflows
check_circleSupport efforts to automate or improve existing systems and evaluate cloud service capabilities
check_circleContribute to solution design activities based on customer requirements and emerging technologies
check_circleAssist in translating mission and customer needs into system and capability requirements
check_circleSupport requirements allocation across system architecture components and related programs
check_circleAssist with systems integration activities across NSG and ASG environments
check_circleAssist with strategic technical planning, project management, and risk management activities

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related STEM field
verified0-6 years of systems engineering experience
verifiedActive TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain SCI eligibility and pass polygraph

Nice to Have

Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and languages. Working knowledge of software development frameworks. Understanding of geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) environments and mission areas. Previous experience supporting NGA and/or NSG/ASG programs. Previous Intelligence Community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD) program experience.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleLife insurancecheck_circleHealth savings accountcheck_circleEmployee assistance program (EAP)Parental leave

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Systems Engineering, Requirements Engineering, Solutions Engineering, Integration, Testing, Maintainability, Reliability, Resiliency, Requirements Analysis, Traceability.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related STEM field (experience may substitute).

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A Junior Level Systems Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton is responsible for the following: Support systems engineering activities including requirements engineering, integration, testing, and reliability efforts; Assist with planning, requirements analysis, and traceability across system architectures and workflows; Support efforts to automate or improve existing systems and evaluate cloud service capabilities; and Contribute to solution design activities based on customer requirements and emerging technologies.

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To qualify for the Junior Level Systems Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related STEM field; 0-6 years of systems engineering experience; and Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain SCI eligibility and pass polygraph.

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Junior Level Systems Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton is based in 13939, Valley Country Drive, Brookfield, Chantilly, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20151, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Peraton has listed this Junior Level Systems Engineer with Security Clearance role as on-site.

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Junior Level Systems Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton typically requires 0–6 years of relevant experience at the entry level level.

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Key skills for Junior Level Systems Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton include Systems Engineering; Requirements Engineering; Solutions Engineering; Integration; Testing; Maintainability; Reliability; and Resiliency.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related STEM field (experience may substitute).

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Junior Level Systems Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.

Junior Level Systems Engineer with Security Clearance