System Engineer - Algorithms and Modeling with Security Clearance

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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 do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Responsibilities Peraton is hiring a Systems Engineer-Modeling and Algorithms oversees and works at a high-visibility level on design and digital simulation testing. This position is loacted in Huntsville, AL with a hybrid option. What you'll do: Conducts research in design, testing, and utilization of software and data processing algorithms used in ASE products
Works with vendors to understand algorithm design, implementation, and testability
Provide feedback to vendors on algorithm design and implantation
Liaison with outside Subject Matter Experts on algorithm performance
Able to understand and execute a Digital System Model (DSM) and other simulations
Understanding of performance requirements and system capabilities
Supports validation and verification of performance requirements using DSM or other modeling tools
Works with test team to validate and understand field data using a DSM and simulations
Designs, develops, and modifies software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design
Review vendor algorithm design and deliverables
Create, maintain, and review Algorithm Description Documentation (ADD)
Create scripts and tools to automate or assist in testing (e.g., modifications to the DSM or other test tools)
Understand machine learning (ML) concepts, methodologies, and implementationsQualifications What you'll need: Education: Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.
Clearance: Active Secret clearance
Understand a DSM or simulation creation, execution, and use in system performance modelling
Have knowledge ML methodologies and implementation
Be able to work in a dynamic team environment while balancing various priority tasks
Be fluent in the Microsoft Office toolset
Understand and be fluent in C, C++, and Python
Be able to work from the customer facility on a regular basis Preferred Qualifications: Have experience working in a DoD acquisition project management office is a plus.
Software or systems design for DoD systems is a plus
Have a background in modeling, simulation, algorithm design or test, data science/analysis, or machine learning
Target Salary Range $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range EEO An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veteran. Our Values Benefits 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. Paid Time-Off and Holidays
Retirement
Life & Disability Insurance
Career Development
Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Financing
Paid Parental Leave
Additional Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision Care

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