Systems Engineer SME

Join Peraton in advancing the safety efficiency and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAAs Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nations skies safe and connected.

Were looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the worlds most vital transportation infrastructures working alongside leaders in aviation engineering data science and systems integration.

At Peraton you wont just support the mission youll define it.

Join a team shaping the future of airspace safety and surveillance. As a Systems Engineer SMEyoull play a key role in designing integrating and analyzing complex systems that keep our skies secure. From advanced radar technologies to mission-critical surveillance solutions your expertise will directly support the FAAs efforts to modernize and maintain the National Airspace System.

Work Location:

• This position will work on site in the DC Metro area. Onceoperations are fully established we will consider telework options however this is not guaranteed.

In this position you will:

• Perform end-to-end systems engineering across the full lifecycle: requirements design integration verification and validation.
• Drive the development of concepts architectures trade studies and system analyses to optimize performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure objectives are achieved and requirements are met.
• Prepare and deliver technical documentation reports and presentations to clearly communicate findings and recommendations.
• Contribute to trade studies and analyses under the mentorship of senior engineers.
• Participate in system-level reviews and provide hands-on support for integration and testing activities.

Why This Role Matters

Your work will directly impact national transportation safety and innovationhelping develop and refine systems used by millions of travelers and aviation professionals every day. Youll collaborate with top engineers analysts and FAA stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet the highest performance standards.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Bachelors degree and 12 years experience or Masters degree and 10 years experience or Associates degree and 14 years years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 16 years experience

• Systems Engineering experience supporting complex integrated hardware and/or software systems.

• Experience performing full lifecycle systems engineering activities including requirements development system design integration verification and validation (V&V).

• Demonstrated ability to conduct trade studies system analyses and performance evaluations.

• Experience developing and managing technical requirements interface definitions and architecture documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or similar federal agencies (DOT DHS DoD).

• Familiarity with National Airspace System (NAS) architecture radar systems surveillance technologies or air traffic management systems.

• Experience with advanced radar sensor integration or mission-critical surveillance systems.

• Knowledge of FAA modernization initiatives (e.g. NextGen).

• Experience using systems modeling tools such as MBSE SysML DOORS Cameo or similar requirements management platforms.

• Familiarity with safety-critical systems engineering and compliance-driven environments.

• Experience supporting system certification readiness reviews or operational deployment.

• Professional certifications such as INCOSE ASEP/CSEP PMP or related credentials.

• Degree in Systems Engineering or related discipline.

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