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$146k – $234k per year
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In office (Chantilly)
Seniority
Staff · 12+ years exp

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026. Peraton scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Peraton is an American national security and technology company that provides systems engineering, IT modernisation, cyber, space and communications services to defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil and health agencies of the US government. Formed in 2017 by Veritas Capital and enlarged in 2021 through the acquisitions of the federal IT and mission support business of Northrop Grumman and of Perspecta, it employs tens of thousands of people across the United States. The company is headquartered in Reston, Virginia, United States.
Backed by Veritas Capital

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager who will have the following responsibilities:

  • Manage and supervise up to 10 SETA and SI direct reports supporting various customer operational domains such as: requirements management, governance, project management, readiness, and systems integration
  • Manage hiring, discipline, performance reviews, and termination of personnel
  • Guide technical performance and execution of the contractual requirements by direct reports
  • Develop and administer performance assessments, corporate objectives and financial goals
  • Fill and execute an individual contributor role on the program providing Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) support to operational organization

Qualifications

Required:

  • Active TS/SCI with Poly level clearance
  • Bachelors degree and 12+ years of work experience; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
  • Direct customer domain experience
  • Knowledge of specific customer policies, operations and strategic plans within the specific customer domain
  • Demonstrated experience providing SE&I support to operational focused customers

Desired:

  • Prior experience in an a diverse capacity across the current portfolio of customers associated with the contract
  • Previous or current team lead or management responsibility of a team of up to 10 FTEs
  • Experience providing technical guidance to client organizations managing multiple highly technical projects or operations

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.

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EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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