Senior Systems Engineer

Peraton • McLean, VA

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About The Position

The Senior Systems Engineer supports the development of a software tool by helping project teams define system requirements and ensuring those requirements are translated into contractual tasks for a commercial development contractor. The role oversees the contractor’s development work, monitors progress and compliance, evaluates deliverables, and provides technical guidance to promote sound systems engineering practices and timely, high-quality products.

The engineer reviews the contractor’s engineering processes—including requirements management, design, testing, and validation—and identifies technical or programmatic risks and opportunities for improvement. The position works with internal stakeholders and the contractor to address issues, implement process enhancements, and assess their effectiveness.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with relevant polygraph.
• At least 15 years of experience with a bachelor’s degree; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
• Familiarity with software development methodologies such as Agile or waterfall.
• Experience overseeing commercial development contractors.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and practices.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with IC and DoW operations and procedures.
• Knowledge of commercial software development practices and methodologies.
• Experience with systems development lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of C2 systems.

Responsibilities

• Support software tool development, including assisting project teams with system requirements definition and ensuring requirements are translated into contractual tasks.
• Oversee the commercial development contractor’s work to ensure sound systems engineering practices, efficient execution, and deliverables that meet requirements.
• Monitor and report on contractor progress, identify and mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Advise the vendor on systems engineering process improvements, including enhancements to processes, tooling, and methodologies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to coordinate effectively and identify and address technical or programmatic issues affecting software development.
• Review and assess contractor systems engineering processes, including requirements management, design, testing, and validation.
• Evaluate contractor deliverables, including software builds, documentation, and test results, for compliance with contractual requirements.
• Identify and report technical or programmatic risks and work with the contractor to develop mitigation plans.
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to ensure the contractor follows sound systems engineering practices.
• Analyze contractor engineering processes, recommend improvements, collaborate on implementation, and monitor their effectiveness.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Health savings account
• Short- and long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• 401(k)
• Paid time off for vacation
• Company-paid holidays
• Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior