Junior Systems Engineer

peraton· Engineering
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📍 Chantilly, VA, US📍 Springfield, VA, USFULL TIME💰 USD 86K–138K

About this role

Responsibilities

Start your systems engineering career at the heart of national security. As a Junior Systems Engineer, you'll support the National System of Geospatial-Intelligence (NSG), Allied System of Geospatial-Intelligence (ASG), and Federal Agencies — working alongside experienced engineers across requirements, solutions design, integration, and test & evaluation to help deliver timely, accurate GEOINT.

What You'll Do

  • Support Mid-level engineers and government stakeholders across requirements engineering, solutions design, integration, and test & evaluation
  • Assist with requirements traceability and architecture analysis, helping identify ways to improve systems, workflows, and cloud capabilities
  • Contribute to solutions design based on requirements analysis and emerging technology
  • Help translate mission and customer needs into systems and capability requirements
  • Support requirements allocation across architecture components and programs
  • Assist with systems integration activities
  • Contribute to Analyses of Alternatives, Trade Studies, and Engineering Assessments
  • Support strategic technical planning, risk management, and interface design

Location: This position is fully onsite in either Chantilly or Springfield, VA

 

 * THIS IS A PIPELINE REQUISTION - ALL POSITIONS ARE CONTINGENT ON UPCOMING PROPOSAL OPPORTUNITIES/CONTRACT AWARDS * 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related STEM field (or equivalent experience: +4 years without a degree, +2 years with a non-STEM degree)
  • 0–6 years of systems engineering experience in government or industry
  • Ability to obtain a Top Secret / SCI security clearance pass a polygraph 
  • Willingness to work at a customer facility

Desired Qualifications

  • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and languages
  • Familiarity with software development frameworks
  • Exposure to geospatial intelligence work
  • NGA, NSG/ASG, IC, or DoD program experience

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

$86,000 - $138,000. 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.

EEO

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Junior Systems Engineer role at peraton?
The listed salary for this Junior Systems Engineer position at peraton is USD 86K–138K. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Junior Systems Engineer position at peraton located?
This Junior Systems Engineer role at peraton is based in Chantilly, VA, US, Springfield, VA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Junior Systems Engineer role at peraton full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Junior Systems Engineer role in the Engineering department at peraton.
Which team or department does the Junior Systems Engineer at peraton belong to?
This Junior Systems Engineer position is part of the Engineering department at peraton. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Junior Systems Engineer position at peraton?
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When was the Junior Systems Engineer job at peraton posted?
This Junior Systems Engineer position at peraton was posted on Sep 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Junior Systems Engineer
peraton · 💰 USD 86K–138K
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