Remote Surveillance & Radar Systems Program Lead

Peraton; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a technically focused Project Manager – Surveillance & Radar Systems to lead critical NAS modernization initiatives under the FAA BNATCS contract. The role emphasizes surveillance and radar systems, collaboration with FAA TechOps, ATSS personnel, engineers, vendors, and program leadership, with 100% telework option.

The ideal candidate has strong project leadership in mission-critical aviation environments and FAA-related experience, supporting NAS infrastructure and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience or equivalent
• Project leadership in surveillance or NAS systems
• FAA Technical Operations (TechOps) experience required

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of surveillance, radar NAS projects.
• Manage priorities, schedules, risks, and deliverables.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and drive collaboration.
• Coordinate with FAA Tech Ops, ATSS, engineers, vendors.
• Maintain stakeholder communications and status reports.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Develop roadmaps, schedules, and program docs.
• Support modernization and system integration efforts.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Technical coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

ATSS/TechOps background

Job description

Peraton is seeking a technically focused Project Manager – Surveillance & Radar Systems to lead critical NAS modernization initiatives under the FAA BNATCS contract. The role emphasizes surveillance and radar systems, collaboration with FAA TechOps, ATSS personnel, engineers, vendors, and program leadership, with 100% telework option.

The ideal candidate has strong project leadership in mission-critical aviation environments and FAA-related experience, supporting NAS infrastructure and