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About Peraton 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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. About The Role The Propulsion Engineer provides technical intelligence analysis and engineering expertise on foreign missile, rocket, and space-launch propulsion systems. The incumbent evaluates propulsion technologies, performance characteristics, development trends, and operational implications of adversary and emerging systems to support national-level intelligence assessments, defense planning, and strategic decision-making. Major Duties and Responsibilities * Analyze foreign missile and space propulsion systems, including solid, liquid, hybrid, and advanced propulsion concepts (e.g., dual-pulse motors, throttleable engines, staged combustion, boost-glide propulsion).
* Assess propulsion system design, materials, manufacturing methods, performance parameters, and failure modes based on all-source intelligence.
* Conduct technical evaluations of thrust, specific impulse, burn profiles, staging, propellants, and engine cycles to determine system capabilities and limitations.
* Support development of missile performance models, trajectory analyses, and propulsion trade studies.
* Identify and assess foreign technological advancements, R&D trends, and potential future propulsion capabilities.
* Provide written intelligence products, including intelligence assessments, briefings, and technical reports for senior DoD, IC, and national leadership.
* Collaborate with analysts, scientists, and engineers across MSIC, DIA, Combatant Commands, and Intelligence Community partners.
* Support red-team analyses and counterproliferation assessments related to missile and space-launch propulsion technologies.
* Participate in peer reviews and contribute to methodology development for propulsion intelligence analysis.
* Brief technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Qualifications Required Qualifications * A Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience OR a Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of experience maybe considered in lieu of a degree requirement
* Strong foundational knowledge of rocket propulsion theory and systems engineering.
* Experience with missile, rocket, or space-launch vehicle propulsion systems, gained through government, industry, academia, or intelligence analysis.
* Ability to analyze complex technical data and translate findings into clear, concise intelligence judgments.
* Strong written and oral communication skills.
* Active TS/SCI with the ability to sit and pass a polygraphThis position in located on-site in Huntsville, AL. Desired Qualifications * Solid Performance Program (SPP) analysis competency
* Experience analyzing foreign or adversary missile/space systems.
* Familiarity with intelligence analysis tradecraft and all-source methodologies.
* Experience with propulsion modeling tools, simulations, or performance analysis software.
* Knowledge of materials, energetics, manufacturing processes, or test infrastructure related to propulsion systems.
* Previous DoD, Intelligence Community, FFRDC, or defense industry experience.
Details 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. 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:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.