Technical Project Manager - SME

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, Peraton delivers trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces, solving the most daunting challenges to keep 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. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex, high-visibility engineering and technology initiatives supporting the FAA, where disciplined execution, technical excellence, and mission impact converge.

Work Location: This position is required to be 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.

Responsibilities

• Own the full lifecycle of sophisticated network, infrastructure, and software projects—from concept through deployment.
• Translate complex engineering requirements into executable plans, schedules, and budgets using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies.
• Align technical delivery with long-term FAA modernization goals and program priorities.
• Support requirements analysis, system testing, readiness reviews, and operational transitions.
• Champion continuous improvement, bringing structure, consistency, and efficiency to complex engineering efforts.
• Drive projects to successful completion while meeting FAA standards, cost targets, and delivery commitments.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams spanning software, hardware, networking, RAN, and systems integration.
• Partner closely with vendors, engineers, and program leaders to ensure seamless execution across all technical domains.
• Provide clear, confident briefings and milestone updates to FAA and senior program stakeholders.
• Anticipate and resolve technical risks, dependencies, and integration challenges—especially within network and infrastructure deployments.
• Ensure issues are identified early and addressed decisively to protect mission outcomes.
• Serve as the primary bridge between technical teams, program management, and FAA leadership.
• Maintain transparent communication and strong relationships that enable informed decisions and sustained confidence.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must have the ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• 14 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated success managing technical, engineering, or IT infrastructure projects.
• Hands-on Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or Software Testing experience.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, risk management, and performance tracking.
• Proven ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and dependencies using structured project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience briefing senior leadership and external customers.
• Hands-on experience with risk identification, mitigation, and issue resolution in technical project environments.
• Proven ability to develop and manage detailed project schedules and budgets.
• Ability to conduct technical reviews, validation activities, and post-implementation assessments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.
• Experience supporting FAA NextGen, air traffic management systems, or federal technology modernization efforts.
• Degree in Engineering Management, Business Administration (MBA), or Systems Engineering.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PMI-ACP certification.
• Professional certifications such as CSEP (Certified Systems Engineering Professional) or ITIL Foundations.
• Background working in high-availability, safety-critical, or regulated environments (e.g., aviation, defense, transportation, or critical infrastructure).
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

Pay

Target Salary Range: $135,000 - $216,000. 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

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Health savings account
• Short/long term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Parental leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
• Company paid holidays

A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.