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Peraton Corporation
Advanced Capabilities Engineer - NGA Programs Lead
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A Technical Writer writes product instructions, user manuals or other material that helps to explain complex information or procedures. Writes help information available to customers online, or clear explanations of company policies. Supports internal communication among different technical, engineering and scientific specialists working on a project or product. Creates product documentation, and provides input for improving product design.
$77,072 / year median in Virginia
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Advanced Capabilities Engineer -
As an ACE, you sit at the intersection of technical strategy and proposal execution. You are not a pure technologist, and you are not a pure proposal writer — you are the person who translates deep NGA mission understanding into winning technical approaches. You have spent enough of your career on NGA programs to understand how the Agency thinks, what it values, and what a credible technical solution looks like in their eyes.
This role carries urgency given Peraton's position on current and future pursuits. This includes high-priority, high-Pwin pursuits where technical approach quality is a direct determinant of outcome. You will work closely with the NGA Mission Domain Expert, the Digital Engineering Next-Gen Technology Engineer, and the Growth Organization to ensure Peraton's NGA pursuits are technically differentiated from the first day of capture through final proposal submission.
What you'll do:
Lead the development of technical volumes and technical approaches for NGA proposals, owning the content from outline through final submission — with immediate focus on the Archimedes-NSES recompeteEngage with NGA program offices and technical stakeholders during pre-RFP phases to build understanding of requirements, evaluation criteria, and mission prioritiesCollaborate with the NGA Mission Domain Expert to translate customer relationships and mission insight into technically differentiated proposal strategiesWork with the Digital Engineering Next-Gen Technology Engineer to incorporate digital twin, MBSE, and model-based approaches into NGA technical solutionsConduct competitive analysis and develop differentiation strategies that highlight Peraton's unique technical value for NGA pursuitsSupport bid/no-bid assessments by providing technically grounded Pwin analysis and honest evaluation of Peraton's competitive positionParticipate in color team reviews — both as author and as reviewer — providing and receiving substantive technical feedbackMaintain awareness of NGA acquisition pipeline, technology priorities, and program office activity to inform pursuit strategyMentor junior engineers and proposal contributors on technical writing, solution architecture, and proposal best practices
Target Salary Range$135,000 - $216,000. 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.
NGA Programs Lead Company:
Peraton Corporation Location:
Reston, VA, 20190Posted:
August 26, 2026 Apply ⚑ Report jobDescription:
ResponsibilitiesAdvanced Capabilities Engineer - NGA Programs LeadWithin Peraton's Space and Mission Solutions sector, there is an immediate need for a cleared Advanced Capabilities Engineer (ACE) to serve as the primary technical proposal lead for National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) opportunities. This is a full-time, on-site position based at Peraton locations in the Northern Virginia area, with regular presence at NGA facilities and program offices as required.As an ACE, you sit at the intersection of technical strategy and proposal execution. You are not a pure technologist, and you are not a pure proposal writer — you are the person who translates deep NGA mission understanding into winning technical approaches. You have spent enough of your career on NGA programs to understand how the Agency thinks, what it values, and what a credible technical solution looks like in their eyes.
This role carries urgency given Peraton's position on current and future pursuits. This includes high-priority, high-Pwin pursuits where technical approach quality is a direct determinant of outcome. You will work closely with the NGA Mission Domain Expert, the Digital Engineering Next-Gen Technology Engineer, and the Growth Organization to ensure Peraton's NGA pursuits are technically differentiated from the first day of capture through final proposal submission.
What you'll do:
Lead the development of technical volumes and technical approaches for NGA proposals, owning the content from outline through final submission — with immediate focus on the Archimedes-NSES recompeteEngage with NGA program offices and technical stakeholders during pre-RFP phases to build understanding of requirements, evaluation criteria, and mission prioritiesCollaborate with the NGA Mission Domain Expert to translate customer relationships and mission insight into technically differentiated proposal strategiesWork with the Digital Engineering Next-Gen Technology Engineer to incorporate digital twin, MBSE, and model-based approaches into NGA technical solutionsConduct competitive analysis and develop differentiation strategies that highlight Peraton's unique technical value for NGA pursuitsSupport bid/no-bid assessments by providing technically grounded Pwin analysis and honest evaluation of Peraton's competitive positionParticipate in color team reviews — both as author and as reviewer — providing and receiving substantive technical feedbackMaintain awareness of NGA acquisition pipeline, technology priorities, and program office activity to inform pursuit strategyMentor junior engineers and proposal contributors on technical writing, solution architecture, and proposal best practices
QualificationsRequired Qualifications:
A minimum of 8+ years of experience with a BS/BA in Systems Engineering, Geospatial Science, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field; OR 6+ years with MS/MA; OR 3+ years with PhD. 4 years of additional work experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degreeDirect experience supporting NGA programs — you understand NGA's organizational structure, acquisition processes, and mission priorities from having worked within that environmentDemonstrated experience leading or significantly contributing to technical volumes on competitive NGA proposals — you have owned sections, not just reviewed themStrong systems engineering background — ability to architect solutions, develop concepts of operations, and translate requirements into technical approachesExperience with one or more of the following NGA mission areas: systems engineering and integration, geospatial data processing and analytics, digital engineering and MBSE, or enterprise IT and cloud modernizationProven ability to work effectively in fast-paced proposal environments with compressed timelines and evolving requirementsStrong written communication skills — ability to write clear, compelling, evaluator-focused technical contentAn active TS/SCI is requiredDesired Qualifications:
An active TS/SCI with polygraph is highly desiredDirect experience onNGA SE&I
contracts, the Archimedes program, or NGA enterprise engineering support programsFamiliarity with NGA's digital twin strategy, AI/ML modernization initiatives, and the Luno program or commercial GEOINT partnership strategiesExperience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools such as Cameo, DOORS, or Teamcenter in a geospatial or intelligence contextUnderstanding of GEOINT data types, processing pipelines, and analytical workflows — including multi-INT fusion approachesKnowledge of cloud-native architectures for geospatial data processing in IC environmentsINCOSE certification (ASEP, CSEP) or PMP certificationExperience working alongside or in support of a business development or capture team on NGA opportunitiesBenefits:
At Peraton, our benefits are designed to help keep you at your best beyond the work you do with us daily. We're fully committed to the growth of our employees. From fully comprehensive medical plans to tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, and fertility treatment, we are there to support you all the way. Peraton OverviewPeraton 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$135,000 - $216,000. 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.