Junior-Level Systems Architect

Program Overview

Engineering modernization and integration practices to include Digital Engineering and Agile at Scale for all of NGA, NSG, and ASG.

About The Role

We are seeking a Junior Systems Architect to help design and develop technology solutions that support complex application environments and enterprise initiatives. In this role, you will contribute to the architecture of applications, APIs, data services, platform services, cloud services, and infrastructure services to meet user requirements while aligning with strategic goals and the Enterprise Architecture.

This position is ideal for early-career professionals who want to grow their architecture skills while working on modern systems and emerging technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and document solution architectures , ensuring traceability to Enterprise Architecture and enterprise requirements.

• Analyze user requirements, procedures, and operational problems to automate or improve existing systems.

• Evaluate system capabilities, workflows, and scheduling constraints to identify improvement opportunities.

• Recommend and develop updates to solution architecture designs based on requirements analysis and emerging technologies.

Why Join Us

• Work on complex, mission-critical systems across modern technology stacks.

• Gain hands-on experience with enterprise architecture and emerging technologies .

• Grow your career in a collaborative environment that supports learning and professional development .

Location: This position is fully onsite in Chantilly, VA

Qualifications

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field , or 4 additional years of relevant Systems Architect experience in lieu of a degree.

• 0–6 years of architecture-related experience in government or industry environments.

• TS/SCI clearance , with ability to obtain SCI and successfully pass a polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts, processes, tools, and languages.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $80,000 - $128,000. 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

Application Duration Statement: 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.

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