TASK LEAD, MISSION OPERATIONS ENGINEERING

TASK LEAD, MISSION OPERATIONS ENGINEERING

Peraton - 3.1 Fayetteville, NC Job Details Full-time $112,000 - $179,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Research DoD experience Team management Full Job Description

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

Join Peraton's mission-critical team supporting secure, real-time data delivery across complex operational environments in direct support of our nation's warfighters. If you are driven by national security and energized by cutting-edge C2ISR capabilities, sensor integration, and resilient data transport solutions, we invite you to join our team. We are seeking highly cleared professionals who excel at the intersection of advanced communications infrastructure, distributed systems, and mission assurance—where reliability, security, and performance are paramount. Specifically, we are looking for a TS/SCI cleared Network Engineer - SME to support this mission at

Pope Air Field, NC Responsibilities:

As a Network Engineer - SME, you will provide technical and management leadership for all equipment and information support functions across the Task Order.

Your responsibilities include:

Provides leadership for network engineering support functions across the Task Order, establishing overarching goals and strategic plans for optimizing the C2ISR Transport Infrastructure systems. Leads activities to transition to modernize engineering practices, digital engineering frameworks, and emerging mission systems technologies Directs and controls the strategic design, development, and implementation of comprehensive technical analysis and optimization strategies for complex, mission-critical C2ISR Transport Infrastructure. Possesses expert domain and technical knowledge in advanced network engineering and C2ISR systems, applying this to define and drive the technical roadmap for maintaining a robust and resilient communication infrastructure across all operational domains. Has overall responsibility for establishing and implementing innovative approaches that ensure continuous network reliability and mission-effective technological capabilities for the entire C2ISR enterprise. Provides training on integrated C2ISR workflows, data flows, and cross-platform dependencies Engages in high-level client negotiations and interfaces with senior management regarding the strategic vision, capabilities, and resource allocation for advanced network engineering solutions. Utilizes expert domain knowledge and decision-making that has a critical impact on the overall project implementation, ensuring advanced network engineering solutions address emerging communication challenges and mission requirements. Directs and controls the methods and staffing for network engineering teams, ensuring delivery of high-impact, scalable, and resilient network solutions that optimize C2ISR performance. Provides authoritative guidance on the maintenance and modernization of C5ISRT systems under the JEXC2 portfolio, including all

AFSOC SATCOM

capable assets, ground-based gateways, and associated transport infrastructure. Establishes and governs the architectural principles, tools, and platforms for all network engineering efforts, critically impacting the reliability, resilience, and operational effectiveness of C2ISR communications. Shapes the future direction of C2ISR network engineering for the TO by pioneering new communication technologies, research, and advanced optimization techniques, directly impacting mission success and national security.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required qualifications: Previous experience as a Network Engineer or similar role supporting a DoD customer at the CCMD level Minimum of 12 years' experience Experience managing teams A current, active DoD security clearance at the TS/SCI level US citizenship is required

DOD 8140

Compliance based on functional role for

WRC:

441 Network Operations Specialist, Intermediate level / ability to obtain

Desired Qualifications:

DoD-approved IA baseline certification for

ADP-III/IT-III

based on the IAT level and CE/Operating System (OS) certificate within six months of the assignment.

Work Environment:

Location:

Pope Air Field, NC On-site expectations: Full-time on-site presence required for equipment management and asset tracking

Travel:

May require occasional travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites for logistics coordination and facility assessments Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-critical team supporting our nation's elite and its mission partners in delivering cutting-edge C2ISR capabilities Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment supporting critical national security operations Manage cutting-edge communications and sensor systems that directly impact operational readiness Access to professional development opportunities and career growth within the intelligence and cybersecurity community Opportunity to work with advanced tactical communications technologies and AISR systems #

C2ISR DETAILS

Target Salary Range:

$112,000 - $179,000. 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.

EEO:

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.