Apply on Employer Site

Peraton · 3 weeks ago

Sr. Engineering Technician

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$100/hr - $100/hr

15+ years exp

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are hiring a Senior Engineering Technician to provide comprehensive support in the management and strategic direction of the Reconnaissance and Interdiction Division, assisting in operational planning and program execution.

Information TechnologyRobotics

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Serve as a direct assistant to the Reconnaissance and Interdiction (RAID) Head and Deputy of Operations, providing comprehensive support in the overall management and strategic direction of the Division

Prepare and coordinate responses to Command-level data calls, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with organizational priorities

Conduct information gathering, research, and in-depth analysis to support decision-making and operational planning

Contribute to the development and execution of Division-level strategies, providing consultation and recommendations on key initiatives

Assist in identifying, developing, and managing (including logistics and resourcing) potential new programs and business opportunities within the RAID mission space

Provide direct support to the Deputy for Operations in the planning, coordination, and execution of programs, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and operational requirements

Track progress, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions for ongoing programs and initiatives

Prepare briefings, reports, and correspondence for senior leadership as required

Qualification

Program managementOperations managementStrategic planningBudget managementCustomer engagementRisk managementContinuous improvementTeam leadershipLabor-union relationsPartnership-buildingTechnical supervisionInformation warfareLean Six SigmaQuality assurance

Required

Education: BS/BA degree

15 years experience in program management, operations, or technical directorates within the Department of Defense, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership or deputy-level role

Demonstrated experience as a second-level supervisor managing multi-disciplinary teams of 100+ personnel (civilian, military, and/or contractor)

Proven track record managing budgets of $40M+ annually, including budget development, execution, stewardship, and justification to senior stakeholders

Extensive experience supporting Fleet, Warfighter, or operational commands through direct customer engagement, requirements analysis, and delivery of mission-critical capabilities

Strong background in strategic planning, business development, capture management, and identification/growth of new program opportunities

Experience preparing and coordinating responses to Command-level data calls, taskers, and information requirements

Clearance: active Secret clearance required

Preferred

Current or recent experience (within last 10 years) at a Navy Warfare Center, Systems Command, or equivalent DoD Program Executive Office / Command supporting reconnaissance, interdiction, intelligence, or information warfare missions

Direct experience supervising scientific, engineering, and technical personnel delivering warfighter solutions

Demonstrated success in labor-union relations, contractor oversight, and partnership-building across government and industry

Expertise in operations research, manpower modeling, Lean Six Sigma, or continuous process improvement methodologies

Experience developing and institutionalizing risk-based inspection programs, quality assurance frameworks, or lean manufacturing/technical processes that yielded measurable reductions in cost or turnaround time