Senior Systems Engineer - Segment lead

ResponsibilitiesPeraton is seeking incumbent and external qualified candidates to support North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Cheyene Mountain Complex (NCMC) – Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (NCMC-ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract III (NISSC III).  Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by Mid to late 2026  Qualified candidates will help operate, maintain, and sustain critical national mission systems to deliver resilient strategic threat warning and space capabilities as part of a world-wide architecture, providing strategic warning that our nation depends on during a conflict. This program will provide an opportunity to exploit the capabilities inherent in our diverse national systems to better meet the needs of the national command authority and warfighters to detect, track, and respond to strategic threats through 2030 and beyond  The Senior Systems Engineer / Segment Lead Systems Engineer will lead systems engineering, integration, sustainment engineering, and digital engineering activities supporting mission-critical NORAD and USSPACECOM operations within the Cheyenne Mountain Complex environment. This role will oversee requirements analysis, system integration, technical baseline management, modernization, testing, sustainment, and operational engineering efforts across complex space, missile warning, and command-and-control systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience supporting complex DoD programs in operational or classified environments while leading collaboration efforts across software, cybersecurity, integration, and operations teams to improve system reliability, mission readiness, and operational effectiveness throughout the program lifecycle. Responsibilities  Lead systems engineering activities across the full system lifecycle including requirements development, architecture, integration, testing, deployment, sustainment, and modernization  Serve as a technical lead for assigned mission systems, engineering segments, or integrated capability areas  Oversee development and maintenance of engineering documentation, interface definitions, technical baselines, architecture products, and engineering change activities  Lead system integration efforts across hardware, software, cybersecurity, networking, and operational mission environments  Provide technical leadership for troubleshooting, root cause analysis, risk mitigation, and resolution of complex engineering and operational issues  Support digital engineering and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) initiatives across the program  Coordinate engineering efforts across software development, cybersecurity, operations, integration, and external stakeholder teams  Support verification and validation activities, test planning, readiness reviews, and operational assessments  Participate in Agile engineering activities including sprint planning, backlog refinement, technical reviews, and integration planning  Identify technical risks, support mitigation planning, and provide engineering recommendations to program leadership  Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across engineering teams  Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on mission readiness, reliability, scalability, and maintainability QualificationsRequired Qualifications  Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience. Additional four (4) years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree  Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required, ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI access required Experience leading systems engineering activities within DoD, Intelligence Community, space, missile defense, or command-and-control environments  Experience leading integration, sustainment engineering, or modernization efforts supporting mission-critical systems  Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycle processes, technical baselines, integration methodologies, and operational sustainment  Experience leading technical teams in classified operational environments  Experience supporting complex troubleshooting, engineering analysis, and operational issue resolution  Experience working within Linux and/or Windows environments  Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience briefing technical and program leadership Desired Qualifications  Experience supporting NORAD, USSPACECOM, Space Force, missile warning, or space domain awareness missions  Familiarity with MBSE and digital engineering methodologies  Experience with Agile development environments and DevSecOps processes  Experience supporting satellite ground systems, command-and-control systems, or enterprise mission systems  Familiarity with tools such as Jira, Confluence, GitLab, DOORS, Cameo, or similar engineering platforms  Experience supporting integration and test activities in classified environments  Security+ or other DoD 8140/8570 compliant certification preferred  Prior experience serving as a technical lead, segment lead, or engineering lead on large-scale DoD programs Peraton 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$112,000 - $179,000. 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: Position Category: EngineeringClearance: Top Secret/SCI