Senior RF Systems Engineer

Posted 17 days ago

peratonChantilly (VA)

Engineers, All Other Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing

SENIORITY

Lead

SALARY

$146,000 - $234,000

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About the role

Responsibilities: The ideal Systems Engineer for this position will possess the knowledge and technical expertise to support the team during the entire Systems Engineering life cycle. We are seeking a forward leaning self-starter capable of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast paced environment. They will be expected to support multiple efforts and will assist the customer in making informed decisions related to requirements and developments. Candidate will perform traditional Systems Engineering and Project Management activities to include the following tasks/duties: Product/Capability Investigationmanage the deep-dive into new technologies or products to determine whether or not the product offerings present new capabilities or fill technological gaps in customer settingMIssion Enhancement through innovation: Participate actively in the identification and triage of new-often times bespoke- technologies and to determine the best manner of evaluation. Active Evaluation: evaluate products and technologies identified as having merit for inclusion in future device creation Project managementdevelop realistic timelines and costdevelop tracking mechanisms for active projectsmaintain rlationships with outside entities to ensure the necessary information is disseminated appropriately for all parties involved Industry Engagement Engage with industry and academia to identify trends and new technological advancements that can be leveraged for customer needs Briefing/Reporting preparation Assist customer with tasks to include assessing, documenting, and tracking future operational requirements and ensuring those requirements are documented and included on the Technology Roadmap Assist customer with building briefs to ensure the appropriate level of detail based on the audience (30,000 ft view vs. more detailed)

Qualifications: Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph. Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Systems Engineer providing the above services Strong written, communications and interpersonal skills with the ability to prepare and brief complex technical and non-technical information to non-technical stakeholders. Have demonstrated experience with RF communication systems, technologies, and concepts Be a self-starter who will take initiative for helping manage key parts of complex technical developments. Possess a desire and ability to work on multiple fast-paced projects and be willing and able to aggressively learn the activities and focus of the organization. Must be comfortable working in a dynamic team environment. 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$146,000 - $234,000. 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. EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Summary

Requisition ID: 2026-170183 Position Category: Engineering

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

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