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 peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Responsibilities
Peraton's Corporate Communications and Engagement (CC&E) team is looking for a communications specialist who can write and edit communications for our almost 20,000 employees. Interested? Here's what you'll do:
- Write short feature and informational stories for our company intranet.
- Edit copy according to style (AP and Peraton).
- Research and develop content on multiple company areas.
- Translate tech jargon to everyday, digestible language.
- Create products including intranet stories, FAQs, PowerPoints, how-to items.
- Master Microsoft and Adobe applications.
- Work with the small and larger team to coordinate unified efforts for promotions and focus areas.
- Collaborate and assist the larger CC&E team on various endeavors, which may include events, employee engagement, and graphic design.
- Take the initiative to recommend improved processes and solutions.
- Be a positive team player capable of working in a hybrid environment (preferably at least two days/week in our Reston Town Center office).
Qualifications
Here's what you need to know/have for this position:
- A bachelor's degree in English, communications, or related field or a high school diploma and four years of publishing experience.
- Up to two years of experience.
- Proofreading/editing capabilities.
- Ability to accept constructive criticism.
- Desire to learn and adhere to our style and brand.
- Flexibility to learn new software.
- Ability to work independently.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Be deadline oriented.
Here's what it'd be nice if you have:
- Interest in graphic design/layout.
- Experience with Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator or other graphics tools.
- Familiarity with SharePoint or other intranet tools.
Target Salary Range
$51,000 - $82,000. 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
