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Job description
Peraton is hiring a Senior Systems Engineer, Emerging Technology (AI) — a full-time, based in Fort Meade, MD role ($176k–$282k). Apply directly on Peraton's careers page below.
Senior Emerging Technology Systems Engineer (AI emphasis)
Location: Fort Meade, MD, US
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Responsibilities
Peraton is hiring a Senior Emerging Technology (emphasis on AI) Systems Engineer to join our Cyber Mission business unit in Jessup, MD. As a Systems Engineer on our team, you will support one of the largest enterprise-wide engineering contracts within the Intelligence Community. This is a full-time position requiring 1880 hours of support per year; and work is performed at a customer location.
As an Emerging Technology Systems Engineer, you will support the customer in establishing and formalizing approaches that will underpin formal requirements and processes supporting customers. This role will contribute to the development of sections of systems engineering documentation such as Systems Engineering Plans, Requirements specifications, and Interface Control Documents. This role involves planning, monitoring, and generating systems engineering artifacts to assist the government with facilitating technology transition into and out of the capabilities architecture, and works with the government to facilitate, lead and document decision meetings to engage stakeholders in accomplishing the work.
The role will also help define the methods, processes, and evaluation criteria by which the systems, subsystems and work products are verified against their requirements in a written plan. #MDFSP #AJCM
Qualifications
Individual Capabilities/Experience Required:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or other related discipline and at least 15 years of systems engineering experience. A Master’s or PhD Degree may be substituted for two years of experience. Note: A High School Diploma or GED plus 19 years of systems engineering experience would also be acceptable.
- Operational experience of customer systems
- Position requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
Individual Capabilities/Experience Desired:
- Significant experience with Intelligence Community customers, their missions and infrastructures.
- Ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships with customers.
- Demonstrated customer interface experience in eliciting technical requirements.
- Experience working on project development from requirements definition to deployment.
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.
Peraton Overview
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. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.EEO
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Senior Systems Engineer, Emerging Technology (AI) at Peraton?
The estimated salary range for Senior Systems Engineer, Emerging Technology (AI) at Peraton is $176,000 - $282,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for Senior Systems Engineer, Emerging Technology (AI) at Peraton?
The required skills for Senior Systems Engineer, Emerging Technology (AI) at Peraton include: AI, Machine Learning.
What is the seniority level for Senior Systems Engineer, Emerging Technology (AI) at Peraton?
Senior Systems Engineer, Emerging Technology (AI) at Peraton is a Senior level position.
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