Job Requirements
Herndon, VA
Public Trust Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$112,000 - $179,000
Job Description
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.
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.
This position is located in Herndon, VA or Anchorage, AK.
Help shape the future of U.S. airspace safety and efficiency. We are seeking an Alaska Workstream Deputy Program Manager to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will assist the workstream lead, acting as an additional liaison between FAA stakeholders, engineering teams, and program leadership, ensuring that requirements unique to Alaska's operational environment are effectively translated into deliverables. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth experience in federal contracting while supporting high-visibility aviation programs.
In this position, you will:
Why This Role Matters
The FAA is the cornerstone of aviation safety and innovation. As the Alaska Workstream Product Owner, you will play a vital role in ensuring that FAA systems and infrastructure meet the unique demands of Alaska, directly supporting the safety of local communities, commercial operators, and the traveling public.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
Details
Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. 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 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.
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.
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.
This position is located in Herndon, VA or Anchorage, AK.
Help shape the future of U.S. airspace safety and efficiency. We are seeking an Alaska Workstream Deputy Program Manager to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will assist the workstream lead, acting as an additional liaison between FAA stakeholders, engineering teams, and program leadership, ensuring that requirements unique to Alaska's operational environment are effectively translated into deliverables. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth experience in federal contracting while supporting high-visibility aviation programs.
In this position, you will:
- Serve as the primary deputy and delegated authority to the Workstream Lead for day-to-day program execution and internal coordination.
- Support execution of all contract functions, including program execution, quality, safety, security, risk, cost, schedule, subcontractor oversight, and workforce management.
- Maintain situational awareness of NEEDS Package performance, risks, milestones, staffing, and dependencies, ensuring timely escalation and mitigation planning.
- Coordinate with Government counterparts, partner organizations, subcontractors, and internal teams to support delivery of engineering, sustainment, cybersecurity, logistics, and facilities services.
- Support project planning and control activities, including billing and invoicing to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
- Assist in preparation and delivery of multiple report deliverables, including regular status reports, progress reports, KPIs, and value delivery metrics to FAA leadership, ensuring accuracy of reporting. Lead the development of quarterly Program Management Reviews (PMRs) and ad hoc internal data calls.
- Participate in recurring Government status meetings.
- Collaborate with FAA leaders, local operators, and technical experts to help define priorities and ensure alignment with mission objectives.
- Support the deployment of infrastructure, communications, surveillance, and navigation solutions specific to Alaska.
- Ensure personnel compliance with Government policies, security directives, and operational procedures.
- Coordinate staffing activities including onboarding, training, certification tracking, and personnel scheduling.
- Support subcontractor performance oversight and coordination.
- Lead internal action tracking, maintain documentation baselines, and support process improvement efforts.
Why This Role Matters
The FAA is the cornerstone of aviation safety and innovation. As the Alaska Workstream Product Owner, you will play a vital role in ensuring that FAA systems and infrastructure meet the unique demands of Alaska, directly supporting the safety of local communities, commercial operators, and the traveling public.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship Required.
- Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
- Bachelor's degree and 12 years of experience; or Masters degree and 10 years; or Associate's degree and 14 years experience; or HS diploma/equivalent and 16 years experience.
- Product ownership, systems engineering, or aviation program management experience.
- Strong background in aviation systems, infrastructure, or communications technologies.
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills with experience briefing executives.
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary and geographically dispersed teams.
- Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.
- Degree in Systems Engineering, Aviation Management, or Business Administration.
- Experience supporting FAA NextGen or Alaska aviation modernization initiatives.
- Experience working directly with regional operators, airports, or state aviation authorities.
Details
Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. 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 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.
EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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