Peraton is hiring a Solutions Architect, this role will be located on-site have the ability to work in a hybrid fashion in Tampa, FL.
What you'll do:
- The Solutions Architect - Air Force supports the Business Development Executive and capture teams in developing technically credible, competitively differentiated proposals across the Air Force portfolio.
- The individual translates Air Force acquisition frameworks, operational requirements, and modernization priorities into winning technical solutions, architectures, and proposal narratives.
- This is a technical-first role requiring deep familiarity with Air Force enterprise IT, C2 systems, Pacific theater connectivity, and base-level communications programs.
- The ideal candidate has operated within or adjacent to Air Force program offices, understands how requirements flow from HAF/A6 through MAJCOM and Wing-level commands into competitive acquisitions, and can architect solutions that are operationally credible across both installation IT and mission-system domains.
Air Force Enterprise IT and Base Communications
- In-depth knowledge of Air Force base-level IT and communications managed services, including NIPR/SIPR/JWICS enclave operations at installation scale and multi-base enterprise network management
- Familiarity with Air Force IT acquisition structures: AFWAY, Air Force ITSM contracting vehicles, AFMC contracting mechanisms, and the Wing/MAJCOM requirements generation process
- Understanding of Air Force Help Desk and service desk operations at enterprise scale, including ITSM platform deployment in AF environments (ServiceNow or equivalent)
- Experience with DISA STIG automation, RMF/ATO processes as implemented in Air Force environments, and AFCYBER compliance requirements
PACAF and Theater Connectivity
- Familiarity with PACAF or INDOPACOM Air Force connectivity: theater network architecture for Pacific island chain installations and OCONUS USAF basing (Japan, Korea, Guam, Hawaii)
- Familiarity with PACAF C5ISRO program structure and the Air Force\'s role in INDOPACOM joint C4 architectures
- Understanding of SATCOM and resilient connectivity requirements for forward USAF positions with limited terrestrial infrastructure
Air Force C2 and Battle Management
- Working knowledge of Air Force C2 systems architecture: ABMS program context, ACC combat communications, and theater battle management as implemented across USAF MAJCOMs
- Understanding of JADC2 integration from an Air Force perspective, including the Air Force\'s contribution to joint sensor-to-shooter data flows
- Familiarity with Space Force ground system sustainment and the integration of space-based assets into Air Force operational architectures
Operational and Program Office Experience
- Experience at a MAJCOM J6/A6, Wing communications squadron, or Air Force program office (ACC, AFSPC, AFMC, AFRL) with direct exposure to Air Force IT or C2 program acquisition
- Familiarity with HAF A2/A6/A8 requirements generation and how operational Air Force requirements flow into ACAT programs
- Understanding of Air Force scientific computing and weather systems relevant to HPCMP and 557th Weather Wing programs
Proposals and Business Development Support
- Demonstrated experience supporting capture and proposal development for Air Force or DoD programs, including technical volumes, compliance matrices, basis of estimates, and solution architectures
- Ability to develop solutions that are technically sound, acquisition-compliant, and competitively differentiated against known Air Force IT incumbents
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce clear, concise, and compelling technical content under proposal deadlines
- Collaborative working style supporting BDE, capture managers, pricing, and contracts teams across all phases of the BD lifecycle
