TFDM Adaptation Specialist – FAA NAS Impact

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Herndon, VA is seeking an Adaptation Specialist - SME to support the FAA TFDM program by configuring and preparing TFDM capabilities for deployment at terminal facilities. You will translate local operational requirements into site-specific configurations while adhering to FAA standards.

This role coordinates adaptation activities, partners with ATC and engineering teams, and maintains site configuration baselines.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.
• Extensive experience in aviation systems, ATC ops, or systems engineering.
• Ability to translate operational requirements into technical configurations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate TFDM adaptation activities for assigned facilities.
• Collaborate with engineering, integration, and operations teams.
• Create and verify site-specific TFDM configurations and baselines.
• Gather site data, translate requirements into system adaptations.
• Maintain adaptation documentation and version histories.
• Support SIT, JSAT, OT&E, and readiness reviews.
• Provide guidance and transfer knowledge to site personnel.

Skills

Travel willingness

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree + 12y exp / Master + 10y exp

Bachelor's in aviation / engineering / CS / systems engineering or related

FAA program experience acceptable

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Geospatial tools

Configuration management tools

Job description

Peraton in Herndon, VA is seeking an Adaptation Specialist - SME to support the FAA TFDM program by configuring and preparing TFDM capabilities for deployment at terminal facilities. You will translate local operational requirements into site-specific configurations while adhering to FAA standards.

This role coordinates adaptation activities, partners with ATC and engineering teams, and maintains site configuration baselines.