Responsibilities
- Support the system development of a software tool, including assisting project teams with system requirements definition and ensuring that requirements are properly translated into contractual tasks for the commercial development contractor.
- Oversee the commercialdevelopment contractors development of the software tool, ensuring that good system engineering practices are being observed, tasking is being efficiently executed, and deliverables meet stated requirements.
- Monitor and report on the contractors progress, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements.
- Advise the vendor on system engineering process improvements aimed at realizing higher quality products sooner, including recommendations for process enhancements, tooling, and methodologies.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination, and to identify and address any technical or programmatic issues that may impact software development.
- Review and assess the contractors system engineering processes, including requirements management, design, testing, and validation.
- Evaluate the contractors deliverables, including software builds, documentation, and test results, to ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
- Identify and report on any technical or programmatic risks, and work with the contractor to develop mitigation plans.
- Provide technical guidance and oversight to ensure that the contractor is following good system engineering practices.
- Analyze the contractors system engineering processes and identify areas for improvement.
- Provide recommendations for process enhancements, tooling, and methodologies to improve the quality and efficiency of the contractors development efforts.
- Collaborate with the contractor to implement process improvements and monitor their effectiveness.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- TS/SCI with relevant polygraph.
- Minimum of 15 years with BS/BA; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Familiarity with software development methodologies, such as Agile or waterfall.
- Experience overseeing commercial development contractors.
- Strong understanding of system engineering principles and practices.
Desired Qualifications:
- Familiarity with IC, DoW operations/procedures
- Knowledge of commercial software development practices and methodologies.
- Experience with system development lifecycle management.
- Knowledge of C2 systems.
Target Salary Range$146,000 - $234,000. 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 individuals 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 athttps://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
Application StatementsThe 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 candidates own.
