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# Senior Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Peraton Inc
- **Location:** McLean, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $146,000.0 - $234,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Commercial Software, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Tools, Requirements Management, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9290938/senior-systems-engineer

## About the Role

* TS/SCI with relevant polygraph.
 * Minimum of 15 years with BS/BA; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
 * Familiarity with software development methodologies, such as Agile or waterfall.
 * Experience overseeing commercial development contractors.
 * Strong understanding of system engineering principles and practices.

Desired Qualifications:

 * Familiarity with IC, DoW operations/procedures
 * Knowledge of commercial software development practices and methodologies.
 * Experience with system development lifecycle management.
 * Knowledge of C2 systems.

## Description

* Support the system development of a software tool, including assisting project teams with system requirements definition and ensuring that requirements are properly translated into contractual tasks for the commercial development contractor.
 * Oversee the commercial development contractor's development of the software tool, ensuring that good system engineering practices are being observed, tasking is being efficiently executed, and deliverables meet stated requirements.
 * Monitor and report on the contractor's progress, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.
 * Advise the vendor on system engineering process improvements aimed at realizing higher quality products sooner, including recommendations for process enhancements, tooling, and methodologies.
 * Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination, and to identify and address any technical or programmatic issues that may impact software development.
 * Review and assess the contractor's system engineering processes, including requirements management, design, testing, and validation.
 * Evaluate the contractor's deliverables, including software builds, documentation, and test results, to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
 * Identify and report on any technical or programmatic risks, and work with the contractor to develop mitigation plans.
 * Provide technical guidance and oversight to ensure that the contractor is following good system engineering practices.
 * Analyze the contractor's system engineering processes and identify areas for improvement.
 * Provide recommendations for process enhancements, tooling, and methodologies to improve the quality and efficiency of the contractor's development efforts.
 * Collaborate with the contractor to implement process improvements and monitor their effectiveness.