Spring/Summer 2027 University Entry-level STEM Pipeline

Peraton•Reston, VA

3d•$66,000 - $106,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Peraton is seeking Entry-level Engineers at various Peraton sites, predominantly in the Northern Virginia/ Washington DC Metro area. Depending on the program and given the current workforce climate, the position may be able to be supported remotely. This is a pipeline position intended to collect applications from candidates interested in future entry-level opportunities. No hires will be made directly against this requisition. Applications will be reviewed as specific entry-level needs are identified across Peraton programs and teams. Because this posting is not tied to a specific opening, position, or hiring timeline, individual application status updates may be limited or unavailable. If your background aligns with a confirmed entry-level opportunity, a member of our recruiting team may contact you regarding next steps. Applying to this pipeline does not guarantee consideration for or placement in a specific role. Peraton is seeking upcoming graduates eager to jump-start their careers in the STEM field! We are welcoming various engineering degrees such as systems, computer, mechanical, aerospace, and everything in between! Candidates will be aligned to one or more projects based on their career aspirations to ensure they are supporting a project that aligns to their career path. Our engineers and technical professionals are system integrators, responsible for ensuring mission success by integrating across all systems and capabilities, with a focus on improving overall enterprise effectiveness, efficiency, and innovation. Peraton operates in a fast paced, high octane environment that is managed and controlled by us, the contractor. Our company has built long lasting relationships with government agencies, vendors, and contractors. All positions center on engineering support to the design, development, testing and evaluating of computer components, equipment and deployment of intelligence collection systems. Support will span to all aspects of the project development life-cycle from upfront conception planning, to requirements construction, oversight of development contractors, test and inspection, and through operational deployment. If you strive to become part of something bigger than yourself, reach your fullest potential, gain a multitude of new skills within your career path and Do The Can't Be Done, then apply to become part of Peraton's technical team today!

Requirements

US Citizenship is required.
In the process of pursuing/completing a BS/BA or MS/MA degree preferably in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, Systems Engineering, or related field with an expected completion/graduation date in the December 2026 or May/June 2027 time-frame and 0-2 years of experience through previous coursework and/or internships.
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance, if applicable and as dictated by the program/contract.
A passion for learning, helping others, and contributing value to the mission in any way possible.
Ability to create, sustain, and enhance fostering of team dynamics and collaboration.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to quickly adapt and learn new technologies and concepts.
Self-motivated, independent, detail oriented, responsible team-player.

Nice To Haves

Previous hands-on internship experience in your related field.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Proficiency using Microsoft office.
An already active government security clearance.

Responsibilities

Engineering support to the design, development, testing and evaluating of computer components, equipment and deployment of intelligence collection systems.
Support all aspects of the project development life-cycle from upfront conception planning, to requirements construction, oversight of development contractors, test and inspection, and through operational deployment.
Align candidates to one or more projects based on their career aspirations.
Ensure candidates are supporting a project that aligns to their career path.
Act as system integrators, responsible for ensuring mission success by integrating across all systems and capabilities, with a focus on improving overall enterprise effectiveness, efficiency, and innovation.