Software Engineering (Ignite Innovator Pgm), Associate- Herndon or Blacksburg, VA
Careers Peraton, Herndon, VA +1
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Careers Peraton, Herndon, VA +1
Peraton Overview
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 peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Peraton is seeking Entry-Level Software Engineers to join the Ignite Innovators Program located at one of our Strategic Innovation Centers in Herndon, VA or Blacksburg, VA. The ideal candidate will support exciting projects across Peraton in areas such as communications, space, cybersecurity, defense, public safety, and health.
The target start date for this position is January 2027 for December 2026 grads and June 2027 for May/June 2027 grads.
The Ignite Innovators program is Peraton’s premier, two-year, technical leadership development program that serves as your bridge from college to an empowered career in national security. As an Ignite Innovator, you’ll receive hands-on training from industry leaders, gain vital experience working on missions that matter, and begin developing your long-term career goals. Upon completion of the program, Ignite Innovators have the opportunity to transition to Peraton mission sector programs.
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Target Salary Range $66,000 – $106,000. 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.
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. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.
Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.
EEO EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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