Expert Space Systems Engineer

ResponsibilitiesThe KPMO Space Systems Engineer employs a multi-discipline approach to Space, requirements engineering, solutions engineering, reliability, resiliency, services deployment, research & development, integration, test and evaluation, maintainability and analysis across CAP/SAP architectures in the NSG and the DoD/IC to ensure timely and accurate GEOINT. Security and Program Access Requirements:Must be willing to sign additional Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)Must provide proof of Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI) status for participation in KPMO programsLocation: This position is 100% onsite in Springfield, Virginia. Remote or hybrid work is not available.QualificationsPeraton 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 participation in an attractive bonus plan.Required Qualifications:Master’s in Engineering and +18 years of experience or PhD in Engineering +10 years of experience in related technical or scientific fields such as engineering, physics, mathematicsExperience with Integrated Protection Strategy (IPS) or integrating SSA applicationsExperience with space related activities such as SOSI, BMC3, or orbital analysisExperience dealing with data at multiple classification levels and processing data at multiple classification levelsDemonstrated experience with space enterprise information needsExperience with space environments such as space to ground or threat assessments of space assetsExperience with physics models to include analyzing space weather effects, and threat/damage analysis of space based objectsExperience with space object measurementExperience with NRO/SAO or AF SPOUnderstanding of MBSE processes, tools, and languagesTS/SCI clearance adjudication or ability to obtain SCI and pass a polyPeraton OverviewPeraton 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 SummaryRequisition ID: 2026-170472Position Category: EngineeringClearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly