Strategic Analytics & AI Communications Lead

Peraton Labs; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton Labs seeks a Strategic Technical & Analytics Communications Lead to support the BNATCS CTO, translating complex analytic findings into clear, credible communications for senior leadership and government partners. This role blends technical analysis, AI-enabled decision support, visualization strategy, and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will validate AI outputs, design dashboards, and craft decision-ready narratives, partnering with data, AI/ML, and program teams to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 16+ years of experience in data analytics, OR a Master's with 14+ years, OR a PhD with 10+ years in a related field.
• Translating complex technical information into clear products for senior decision-makers and mixed audiences.
• Ability to assess findings, identify gaps, validate outputs, and communicate conclusions responsibly.
• Experience developing executive-level briefings, narratives, dashboards, and decision-support products.
• Experience supporting tiered stakeholder audiences spanning technical, executive, operational, and policy-aware communities.
• Strong judgment in evaluating dashboards and AI-generated outputs for accuracy and proper framing.
• Ability to define the purpose, audience, analytical question, and decision logic before execution.
• Ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams with accountability for clarity.
• Strong writing, editing, briefing, synthesis, and stakeholder communication skills.
• US Citizenship with ability to obtain/maintain FAA Public Trust suitability.
• Must be local to and able to commute to Herndon, VA; Annapolis Junction, MD; or Bowie, MD.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured analysis of technical, operational, and programmatic information using AI tools and evidence-based reasoning.
• Validate AI-generated outputs to ensure accuracy, sourcing, and readiness for briefings, dashboards, or reports.
• Deliver decision-ready communications, including executive briefings, narratives, dashboards, and talking points.
• Architect dashboard and visualization strategy with narrative logic and multiple audience views.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with program leadership, data teams, and AI/ML teams.
• Apply editorial and strategic judgment in high-visibility environments to maintain credibility.

Skills

US Citizenship

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree with 16+ years

Master's degree with 14+ years

PhD with 10+ years

Job description

Peraton Labs seeks a Strategic Technical & Analytics Communications Lead to support the BNATCS CTO, translating complex analytic findings into clear, credible communications for senior leadership and government partners. This role blends technical analysis, AI-enabled decision support, visualization strategy, and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will validate AI outputs, design dashboards, and craft decision-ready narratives, partnering with data, AI/ML, and program teams to ensure