This role is designed for a mid-career systems engineer or technical architect who has led or significantly contributed to technical volumes on competitive NRO proposals — and who is ready to step into a role where that skill is the primary contribution. You will work closely with the NRO Mission Domain Expert, the CTO Office's Next-Gen Technology Engineers, and the Growth Organization to ensure Peraton's NRO pursuits are technically differentiated from the first day of capture through final proposal submission.
What you'll do
Lead the development of technical volumes and technical approaches for NRO proposals, owning the content from outline through final submission
Engage with NRO program offices and technical directorates during pre-RFP phases to build understanding of requirements, evaluation criteria, and mission priorities
Collaborate with the NRO Mission Domain Expert to translate customer relationships and mission insight into technically differentiated proposal strategies
Work with Next-Gen Technology Engineers in AI/data fusion, networking, and cloud to incorporate emerging capabilities into NRO technical solutions
Conduct competitive analysis and develop differentiation strategies that highlight Peraton's unique technical value for NRO pursuits
Support bid/no-bid assessments by providing technically grounded Pwin analysis and honest evaluation of Peraton's competitive position
Participate in color team reviews — both as author and as reviewer — providing and receiving substantive technical feedback
Maintain awareness of NRO acquisition pipeline, technology priorities, and program office activity to inform pursuit strategy
Mentor junior engineers and proposal contributors on technical writing, solution architecture, and proposal best practices
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
A minimum of 8+ years of experience with a BS/BA in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or related field; OR 6+ years with MS/MA; OR 3+ years with PhD. 4 years of additional work experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
Direct experience supporting NRO programs — you understand NRO's organizational structure, acquisition processes, and mission priorities from having worked within that environment
Demonstrated experience leading or significantly contributing to technical volumes on competitive NRO proposals — you have owned sections, not just reviewed them
Strong systems engineering background — ability to architect solutions, develop concepts of operations, and translate requirements into technical approaches
Experience with one or more of the following NRO mission areas: enterprise IT and infrastructure, intelligence data processing and exploitation, ground systems and base-end networking, or systems engineering and integration
Proven ability to work effectively in fast-paced proposal environments with compressed timelines and evolving requirements
Strong written communication skills — ability to write clear, compelling, evaluator-focused technical content
An active TS/SCI with polygraph is required
Desired Qualifications
Prior career within NRO, a major NRO contractor, or a closely affiliated intelligence community program office
Experience on NRO SE&I contracts, enterprise IT programs, or large-scale classified infrastructure programs
Familiarity with NRO acquisition frameworks, contracting vehicles, and program office structures across technical directorates
Understanding of NRO's data architecture modernization priorities, including cloud-based exploitation and enterprise data fabric concepts
Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools and digital engineering practices in classified environments
INCOSE certification (ASEP, CSEP) or PMP certification
Experience working alongside or in support of a business development or capture team on NRO opportunities
Benefits
At Peraton, our benefits are designed to help keep you at your best beyond the work you do with us daily. We’re fully committed to the growth of our employees. From fully comprehensive medical plans to tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, and fertility treatment, we are there to support you all the way.
Target Salary Range $135,000 - $216,000. 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.
Benefits Statement
Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
Application Statements The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.
- EEO
- EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
