Peraton · 11 hours ago
Engagement Lead
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. The Engagement Lead - Senior will provide technical and management leadership for equipment and information support functions, focusing on C2ISR Transport Infrastructure initiatives and ensuring compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation guidelines.
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Responsibilities
Serves as a lead expert in orchestrating and managing high-level tenant engagements to gather, analyze, and strategically document complex requirements for C2ISR Transport Infrastructure initiatives
Leads strategic requirements elicitation processes with senior tenant personnel, translating ambiguous operational challenges into well-defined, measurable, and technically sound acquisition requirements and advancing the application of commercial solutions using a commerciality checklist
Ensures compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation guidelines across all phases of acquisition and contract management, adhering to OCI plan and NDAs
Executes logistics strategies aligned with SCRM to ensure secure, efficient delivery of mission-critical materials while mitigating supply chain risks
Directs and oversees the development of comprehensive performance work statements (PWSs), statements of objectives (SOs), and other critical acquisition documentation, ensuring alignment with tenant vision and compliance with all regulations
Conducts in-depth market research and source identification for complex C2ISR needs, influencing acquisition strategies by recommending innovative solutions and evaluating potential risks and opportunities
Ensures strict compliance with Federal, DoD, and state acquisition directives across all requirement definition activities, proactively identifying potential compliance issues and developing mitigation strategies
Acts as a trusted advisor to higher-level tenant POCs, shaping strategic thinking around C2ISR acquisition initiatives, managing expectations, and influencing long-term program direction
Functions as a technical expert in requirements engineering for acquisition, anticipating strategic tenant needs, and ensuring the development of robust and compliant acquisition packages
Utilize IT Management experience in the conduct of duties
Utilize the following Role Specific Tools: acquisition compliance frameworks (FAR/DFARS/SOFARS requirements matrix); vendor proposal review checklists for technical/cost compliance; market research portals (ASSIST, GSA eLibrary, FedBizOpps, SAM.gov); supplier performance dashboards with SLA tracking and escalation procedures; contract expenditure monitoring systems; multi MIPR financial tracking tools with allocation rules; spend plan development templates; earned value management (EVM) tools; predictive analytics engines for procurement cost forecasting; COOP readiness trackers for supply chain continuity; stakeholder communication dashboards for procurement coordination; lessons learned repositories for acquisition and vendor management
Qualification
Required
Previous experience as an Engagement Lead or similar role supporting a DoD customer at the CCMD level
Minimum of 5 years' experience with a BS/BA or 3 years' experience with an MS/MA or 0 years' experience with a PhD. or 9 years' w/o a degree or 7 years' with AS/AA
A current, active DoD security clearance at the TS/SCI level
US citizenship is required
PMP certification
Preferred
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
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Health savings account
Short/long term disability
EAP
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company paid holidays
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
Funding
Current Stage
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2026-01-22
2025-09-25
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