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Senior Surveillance and Radar Systems Engineer

Peraton
Peraton Salary
Herndon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/16/2026
Senior Surveillance and Radar Systems Engineer
Job Locations US-VA-Herndon
Requisition ID 2026-172249 Position Category Engineering Clearance Public Trust
Responsibilities
Senior Systems Engineer - FAA Surveillance & Radar SystemsShape the Future of Air Traffic Management with Peraton

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS). As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Peraton delivers the engineering expertise and mission-critical solutions that keep our nation's skies safe, connected, and reliable.

We're seeking an experienced Senior Systems Engineer with hands-on experience supporting FAA surveillance and radar systems to help modernize the technology behind air traffic management. In this role, you'll apply your systems engineering expertise to complex surveillance technologies, system integration, and performance analysis that support the safety and reliability of the NAS.

Work Location: This position is located out of Herndon, VA. There is also telework and hybrid flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

    Lead systems engineering activities throughout the system lifecycle, including requirements development, design, integration, verification, and validation.

  • Apply technical expertise in FAA surveillance and radar systems to evaluate system performance, resolve technical challenges, and support modernization initiatives.

  • Develop and assess system architectures, engineering concepts, trade studies, and technical analyses to optimize performance and reliability.

  • Collaborate with FAA stakeholders, engineering teams, and cross-functional partners to ensure system requirements and program objectives are met.

  • Develop and present technical documentation, reports, and recommendations to support engineering decisions and program execution.

Why Join Peraton?

Help shape the future of airspace safety by supporting the surveillance and radar technologies that enable safe, efficient air traffic operations nationwide. You'll work alongside experienced engineers and FAA stakeholders on mission-critical systems that protect the integrity of the NAS and support the next generation of air traffic management.

At Peraton, your expertise makes a difference. Bring your FAA surveillance and radar experience to a mission that matters.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • Extensive experience with aviation surface radar or surveillance technologies and FAA programs
  • 12 years of related experience with a bachelor's degree (or an additional 4 years without the degree)
  • Strong foundation in requirements analysis, system integration, and testing.
  • Contribute to trade studies and analyses under the mentorship of senior engineers
  • Participate in system-level reviews and provide hands-on support for integration and testing activities
  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance

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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
$104,000 - $166,000. 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.


 

Salary : $104,000 - $166,000

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