Mid-Level Systems Engineer
Peraton
Fort Meade, MD · Posted October 16, 2026
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Peraton has filed 3 layoff notices in the last twelve months, covering 133 workers, most recently October 2026. These are public filings with state labor departments, and an open role can sit alongside them. See the filings
About the job
Peraton is seeking a Mid-Level Systems Engineer to provide enterprise-focused engineering support to a government customer. This role entails supporting a DoD customer and communicating with other program personnel, customers, and senior executives. You will be responsible for the technical integrity, quality and completeness of work performed and deliverables associated with one or more of the process areas defined in ISO/IEC 15288; including, but not limited to, the following: - Perform systems engineering activities and assist in the preparation of multiple work products in Project and Technical Process Areas...