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What is it like to work at Peraton?

Peraton is a technology-driven company that values innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction, fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment.

The company's structure is organized around mission-focused teams, with employees working on cutting-edge projects in areas such as space, cybersecurity, and telecommunications, often in partnership with government agencies and private sector clients. Peraton's work environment is characterized by a mix of on-site and remote work arrangements, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.

Working at Peraton may appeal to candidates who are passionate about applying technology to solve complex problems, are eager to contribute to high-stakes projects, and value opportunities for professional growth and development in a rapidly evolving industry.

Do workers at Peraton get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
68% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Does Peraton pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
69% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

At Peraton, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
60% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Peraton affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
90% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Peraton?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 64% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 27% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 9% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Do workers at Peraton worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
94% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do Peraton workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people get to choose which shifts they work.
68% report that they have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

How easy is it for Peraton workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
91% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Peraton?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
89% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do Peraton managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
95% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do jobs at Peraton spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
6% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Peraton?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
96% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Is working at Peraton good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
94% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Peraton feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
86% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Peraton get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
82% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Peraton?

Most people feel stressed out here.
67% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at Peraton enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
78% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at Peraton recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
47% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Peraton?

Most people got enough training when they started.
67% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Peraton?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 44% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people think Peraton’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
81% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Peraton is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
43% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
What other companies are hiring for Senior Lead Developer jobs?
What are the most popular categories at Peraton?
Infographic showing various Senior Lead Developer job openings at Peraton in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, and 6% Remote job distribution.
Lead Systems Engineer - SATCOM

Lead Systems Engineer - SATCOM

Peraton

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site

$146K - $234K/yr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Peraton rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

46th of 206 rated it services


Job description

Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking a deeply technical Lead Engineer that will serve as the technical authority for an Operations & Maintenance program supporting SATCOM infrastructure and global mobility communications This person will be responsible for overall system architecture, engineering lifecycle management, cybersecurity posture, and integration of SATCOM and enterprise infrastructure capabilities. This role functions as the chief integrator across network engineering, cybersecurity, software/systems engineering, and operations to ensure mission performance and system resiliency.
Responsibilities:
  • Ownership of the full engineering lifecycle across SATCOM gateway systems, baseband infrastructure (BIWF), and associated enterprise services.
  • Ensures interoperability, redundancy, and high availability (≥99.9%) across all systems while guiding modernization efforts and transition to emerging LEO/MEO satellite architectures.
  • Accountable for cybersecurity engineering and compliance, including RMF accreditation, PPSM, IAVA remediation, STIG implementation, and POA&M management. The Lead Engineer operates with IAM Level III authority and ensures all engineering activities align with DoD security requirements.
  • Lead configuration management and change control processes, including governance of the Configuration Control Board (CCB) for hardware, firmware, and software updates.
  • Oversee system upgrades, regression testing, root cause analysis, and lifecycle sustainment across multi-vendor environments.
  • Drive integration of monitoring and tooling platforms (e.g., Nagios, ScienceLogic SL1), supports development of internal tools, and ensures visibility into system performance and operational health. The role also oversees database environments and provisioning systems supporting SATCOM services (e.g., RUDICS, DTCS, SBD/eSBD).
  • Evaluation and integration of emerging MSS/LEO technologies (e.g., Starlink, OneWeb), development of technology insertion roadmaps, and support to transition-in activities including system baselining, inventory, and sustainment planning.
  • The Lead Engineer ensures continuity of BIWF lab operations, supports geographically distributed engineering teams, and maintains documentation including engineering design artifacts, technical analysis reports, and system diagrams

***This position is contingent upon award of contract***
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum of Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. Contract requires TS/SCI. The candidate must maintain the clearance
  • Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of experience in systems engineering, network engineering, software engineering, or systems integration, 10+ years experience with Masters.
  • 10+ years of engineering experience supporting DoD SATCOM, LEO/MEO/GEO systems, or global communications infrastructure
  • 10+ years in senior or lead engineering roles within complex, mission-critical environments
  • IAM Level III certification (CISSP, CASP+, CISM, or equivalent)
  • Strong experience with DoD cybersecurity frameworks (RMF, STIGs, IAVA, ACAS, HBSS, SCAP, POA&M)
  • Experience with SATCOM gateway systems and architectures, including Iridium or similar technologies
  • Experience with configuration management and lifecycle sustainment across OS, firmware, and hardware platforms (Linux, Windows, ESXi, network devices)
  • Experience with enterprise network infrastructure (Cisco, Palo Alto, F5, etc.)
  • Experience with monitoring and ITSM tools (Nagios, ScienceLogic SL1/EM7, Remedy)
  • Experience integrating multi-vendor systems across cloud, SATCOM, and enterprise environments
  • Experience supporting high-availability systems with strict uptime requirements (≥99.9%)
Desired Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in engineering or related technical field
  • Prior experience with BIWF or similar gateway architectures (e.g., Ericsson AXE-810, 5ESS, soft switch platforms)
  • Direct experience with Iridium services (RUDICS, DTCS-GS, SBD/eSBD, IMEI tracking)
  • Experience with AWS GovCloud or cloud-based architectures
  • Experience developing or maintaining custom tools (Python, JavaScript, C#, .NET, etc.)
  • Experience with Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL database administration
  • Familiarity with COMSEC operations (ISM/ISM2, STE, TACLANE, keying procedures)
  • Experience with orbital/link analysis tools (e.g., STK)
  • Familiarity with T1/E1 infrastructure and feeder link terminal performance monitoring
  • Experience evaluating and integrating emerging LEO/MSS technologies

Benefits:
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
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
$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 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.

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About Peraton

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017