Posted today
Public Trust
$80,000 - $128,000
Unspecified
Management
Herndon, VA (On-Site/Office)
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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Program Overview
About The Role
Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation's skies safe and connected. We're looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world's most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.
At Peraton, you won't just support the mission - you'll define it.
Large-scale aviation modernization programs depend on disciplined planning, accurate forecasting, and clear performance visibility. Peraton is seeking a Project Control Analyst to support program and project leadership in managing planning, scheduling, cost tracking, and performance measurement across high-visibility initiatives aligned with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This position offers the opportunity to work at the center of complex aviation programs where effective program control directly contributes to mission success.
Work Location:
Your Impact:
In this role, you will help translate program objectives into actionable plans and measurable results. You will document project plans, track performance against those plans, and deliver data-driven insights that help leadership maintain schedule, cost, and operational alignment.
Program Planning & Scheduling
The BNATCS program represents one of the most ambitious aviation modernization initiatives in decades. This role provides a unique opportunity to help manage the planning and performance oversight of programs that support the nation's aviation infrastructure.
The mission is consequential. The responsibility is real. The impact is nationwide. Your work will:
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range
Details
Target Salary Range: $80,000 - $128,000. 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.
Benefits Statement: 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 Duration Statement: 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.
EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Program Overview
About The Role
Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation's skies safe and connected. We're looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world's most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.
At Peraton, you won't just support the mission - you'll define it.
Large-scale aviation modernization programs depend on disciplined planning, accurate forecasting, and clear performance visibility. Peraton is seeking a Project Control Analyst to support program and project leadership in managing planning, scheduling, cost tracking, and performance measurement across high-visibility initiatives aligned with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This position offers the opportunity to work at the center of complex aviation programs where effective program control directly contributes to mission success.
Work Location:
- This position is 100% on-site, primarily located in Herndon, VA, with an alternate work location available in Bowie, MD. Candidates must be able to work on-site at one of these locations based on program requirements.
Your Impact:
In this role, you will help translate program objectives into actionable plans and measurable results. You will document project plans, track performance against those plans, and deliver data-driven insights that help leadership maintain schedule, cost, and operational alignment.
Program Planning & Scheduling
- Support the development and maintenance of integrated project schedules and program plans. Document planning inputs from program and project leadership to establish baseline schedules. Track milestones, dependencies, and deliverables across program workstreams. Monitor schedule performance and identify potential delays or schedule risks.
- Track and analyze program costs and resource utilization against approved budgets. Support cost estimation activities and assist with financial forecasting. Assist with cost control processes that ensure program performance remains aligned with funding expectations.
- Monitor program changes, emerging trends, and performance deviations. Track and analyze change requests, scope adjustments, and program impacts. Support documentation and coordination of change management processes across workstreams.
- Monitor program performance against approved plans and established baselines. Develop dashboards and reports to track schedule progress, cost performance, and operational metrics. Provide leadership with clear, actionable performance insights.
- Work closely with program managers, engineers, and functional teams to gather project data and ensure accurate reporting. Facilitate coordination across teams to maintain alignment with program goals and milestones.
The BNATCS program represents one of the most ambitious aviation modernization initiatives in decades. This role provides a unique opportunity to help manage the planning and performance oversight of programs that support the nation's aviation infrastructure.
The mission is consequential. The responsibility is real. The impact is nationwide. Your work will:
- Strengthen the safety of the U.S. aviation system.
- Support nationally significant modernization initiatives.
- Place you at the forefront of mission-driven federal engineering.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship Required.
- Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
- Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience or Master's degree and 3 years experience or Associate's degree and 7 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 9 years experience.
- Experience supporting program or project controls within complex environments.
- Experience working with project schedules, planning tools, or program performance metrics.
- Experience preparing reports and dashboards for leadership.
- Experience supporting cost tracking, budgeting, or financial performance monitoring.Familiarity with project scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar platforms.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting FAA programs or National Airspace System (NAS) environments.
- Familiarity with NextGen or BNATCS modernization initiatives.
- Familiarity with aviation or transportation infrastructure modernization initiatives.
- Experience supporting federal program management or large-scale government contracts.
- Experience supporting enterprise-level reporting and portfolio management efforts.
SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range
Details
Target Salary Range: $80,000 - $128,000. 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.
Benefits Statement: 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 Duration Statement: 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.
EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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