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To qualify for the Space Systems Engineer position at Peraton, candidates must possess either a Master’s degree in Engineering along with 18 years of relevant experience, or a PhD in Engineering with 10 years of experience in technical or scientific fields. Additionally, experience with space-related activities and understanding of MBSE processes are critical for success in this role.

As a Space Systems Engineer at Peraton, you'll engage in requirements engineering, solutions engineering, and the integration, test, and evaluation of space systems. Your role will support national security initiatives by ensuring the seamless operation and analysis of space architecture and data processing at various classification levels.

Peraton offers an enhanced benefits package for the Space Systems Engineer position, including heavily subsidized healthcare coverage for employees and their dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually with a generous cap, and eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan, aligning with our commitment to employee wellbeing.

The Space Systems Engineer role at Peraton is pivotal in safeguarding national security interests. By utilizing advanced engineering and analytical skills in space systems development, you will ensure timely processing and delivery of GEOINT, which is vital for defense strategies and operational readiness in space and beyond.

The salary range for the Space Systems Engineer position at Peraton is between $146,000 to $234,000, depending on experience and other relevant factors. This competitive salary reflects the critical nature of the role within national security and Peraton's commitment to attracting top talent.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects where you implemented Integrated Protection Strategies. Highlight your understanding of risk management in relation to space assets and how your strategies helped mitigate threats.

Discuss your familiarity with space operations and environments, emphasizing any experience you have analyzing data at multiple classification levels. Give examples where you managed complex data sets and derived actionable insights.

Provide examples of how you've utilized physics models to analyze space weather effects or threat analysis of space-based objects. Mention specific tools or methodologies you used in your analyses.

Outline your engineering principles for maintaining reliability in space systems. Discuss past experiences where you applied best practices in testing and evaluation to achieve resilient system performance.

Share a detailed account of a challenging project, emphasizing your role in project execution. Discuss the technical hurdles, your problem-solving approach, and the successful outcomes achieved.

Talk about your commitment to continuous learning through resources such as industry journals, conferences, and professional associations. Describe any certifications or training you’ve pursued to stay abreast of trends in space technology.

Explain your understanding of GEOINT and its importance in providing critical insights for military and defense operations. Use examples of how GEOINT has been employed in strategic decision-making.

Describe your experience collaborating with cross-functional teams. Emphasize the importance of open communication, regular updates, and utilizing collaborative tools to enhance information sharing and project alignment.

Discuss how maintainability in engineering design contributes to the longevity of space systems. Highlight design strategies you've employed that prioritize ease of maintenance and reliability.

Offer a detailed scenario where you successfully integrated data from different systems. Focus on your analytical methods, the tools used for integration, and how your findings informed decision-making for the project.