Systems Test Engineer — Atlantic City, NJ 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. Our employees solve the most daunting challenges our customers face every day, serving as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supporting every branch of the U.S. armed forces.

About the Role

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation's skies safe and connected.

This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world's most vital transportation infrastructures. As a Systems Test Engineer, you will ensure that advanced aviation technologies perform flawlessly before they are deployed into live operational environments. Your work will directly impact the safety, reliability, and resilience of systems that millions of travelers depend on every day. This is not routine testing; it is validation at a national scale.

You will serve as a technical authority in system validation, driving rigorous, structured testing across complex, integrated hardware and software environments that support FAA operations. You will test the systems that keep America's airspace safe, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration. At Peraton, you won't just support the mission—you'll define it.

Why This Opportunity Stands Apart

FAA modernization demands precision. Systems must perform without compromise in safety-critical environments. As a Senior Systems Test Engineer, you are the final safeguard ensuring that new capabilities are resilient, compliant, and operationally sound before they support live airspace operations. The mission is consequential, the responsibility is real, and the impact is nationwide. Your work will strengthen the safety of the U.S. aviation system and place you at the forefront of mission-driven federal engineering.

Location

This role is on-site at the Tech Center near Egg Harbor Township, NJ.

Hiring Process & Application

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 the availability of qualified candidates. 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 Employer

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

Work location

Work model: On-site

Atlantic City Convention Center, Atlantic City–Brigantine Connector, Westside, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, New Jersey, 08404, United States

Atlantic City, New Jersey

Key Responsibilities

check_circleLead development and execution of comprehensive system-level test strategies and plans
check_circlePerform functional, regression, integration, and performance testing
check_circleValidate compliance with FAA standards, NIST frameworks, and federal regulatory requirements
check_circleIdentify and mitigate risks prior to deployment into operational NAS environments
check_circleCollaborate with engineers, architects, and product owners to ensure systems are designed for testability
check_circleExecute manual and automated testing within CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines
check_circleConduct root cause analysis for system and integration failures
check_circleSupport Verification & Validation (V&V), certification efforts, and safety case development
check_circleParticipate in design reviews, readiness assessments, and risk evaluations

Requirements

verifiedU.S. Citizenship Required
verifiedAbility to obtain/maintain Public Trust clearance
verifiedBachelor's degree and 5 years' experience or Masters degree and 3 years' experience or Associate's degree and 7 years' experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 9 years' experience
verifiedExperience in systems or software testing roles
verifiedStrong knowledge of systems engineering and testing methodologies (V-Model, Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid)
verifiedHands-on experience with test automation tools (Selenium, JUnit, PyTest, or similar)
verifiedFamiliarity with test management tools (JIRA, TestRail, HP ALM)
verifiedExperience testing in multi-tier environments (applications, databases, networks, hardware)
verifiedExperience in performance/load testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner)

Nice to Have

Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems. Familiarity with air traffic, aviation, federal modernization efforts, or mission-critical systems testing. Professional certifications such as ISTQB Certified Tester, CSTE, or Certified Test Engineer. Familiarity with safety engineering principles and hazard-based testing methodologies. Experience developing automated regression testing frameworks for federal systems. Background in cybersecurity testing and integration with resilience requirements.

Benefits & Perks

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

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: V-Model, Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, Selenium, Junit, Pytest, Jira, Testrail, HP Alm.

Education: Bachelor's degree with 5 years' experience or equivalent; Master's degree with 3 years' experience or equivalent; Associate's degree with 7 years' experience or equivalent.

Frequently asked questions about Systems Test Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton

What does a Systems Test Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton do?expand_more

In this Systems Test Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton role, you will lead development and execution of comprehensive system-level test strategies and plans; perform functional, regression, integration, and performance testing; validate compliance with faa standards, nist frameworks, and federal regulatory requirements; and identify and mitigate risks prior to deployment into operational nas environments.

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To qualify for the Systems Test Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton position, applicants should have: U.S. Citizenship Required; Ability to obtain/maintain Public Trust clearance; Bachelor's degree and 5 years' experience or Masters degree and 3 years' experience or Associate's degree and 7 years' experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 9 years' experience; Experience in systems or software testing roles; Strong knowledge of systems engineering and testing methodologies (V-Model, Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid); and Hands-on experience with test automation tools (Selenium, JUnit, PyTest, or similar).

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Systems Test Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton is based in Atlantic City Convention Center, Atlantic City–Brigantine Connector, Westside, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, New Jersey, 08404, United States. This is a on-site role.

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

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Systems Test Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton typically requires 3–9 years of relevant experience at the senior level.

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Key skills for Systems Test Engineer with Security Clearance at Peraton include V-Model; Agile; Waterfall; Hybrid; Selenium; Junit; Pytest; and Jira.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree with 5 years' experience or equivalent; Master's degree with 3 years' experience or equivalent; and Associate's degree with 7 years' experience or equivalent.

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

Systems Test Engineer with Security Clearance