Voice Technical Project Manager

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Peraton in Herndon, VA seeks a dynamic Project Manager to lead NAS modernization programs under the BNATCS contract with FAA. You will oversee operational deliverables, drive timely financial forecasts, and guide cross-functional teams of engineers, data scientists, and product owners to deliver value to the government and aviation customers.

In this mission-critical role, you will manage stakeholder expectations, track progress, and ensure compliance with security and governance standards while

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain/maintain Public Trust clearance.
• 8+ years with BS/BA or 6+ years with MS/MA; 3+ years with PhD, 12 years in lieu of degree.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience managing small teams and performing analytics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational deliverables contributing to aggressive client-mandated schedules.
• Engage with Voice Communications leadership, Finance partners, and other impacted parties to develop and maintain financial forecasts and analyses.
• Lead high-performing teams, foster collaboration, and deliver results aligned with goals.
• Engage stakeholders to capture requirements, manage expectations, and provide progress updates.
• Monitor program performance and delivery metrics to identify risks and drive improvement.
• Collaborate with product owners, developers, and leadership to ensure program alignment and value delivery.
• Gather critical performance information and maintain roadmaps, status reports, and documentation.
• Support change management and communication efforts for new processes or tools.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team leadership

Public Trust clearance

Budgeting

Program governance

Education

BS/BA degree

MS/MA degree

PhD

Experience in lieu of degree (12 years)

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 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. Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. Peraton is seeking a dynamic and technically focused Project Manager. In this role you will take responsibility for managing a wide range of operational, financial and analytical deliverables to support our dedicated team of qualified individuals with diverse skills and responsibilities as we modernize the FAA's voice communications systems.

• Oversee operational deliverables that contribute to the success of aggressive client-mandated schedules in a changeable environment.
• Engage with Voice Communications leadership, Finance partners, and other impacted parties to develop and maintain accurate and timely financial forecasts and analyses, providing insight and analysis, as needed.
• Lead high-performing teams, foster collaboration, and deliver results that align with organizational goals and mission-critical outcomes.
• Engage stakeholders to capture requirements, manage expectations, and provide transparent progress updates.
• Monitor program performance and delivery metrics to identify risks, resolve blockers, and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with product owners, developers, and leadership to ensure program alignment and value delivery.
• Gather critical performance information and maintain roadmaps, status reports, and other required documentation that tracks progress, supports decision-making and meets client deliverable expectations.
• Support change management and communication efforts to ensure smooth adoption of new processes or tools.

Why This Role Matters

The NAS is one of the world's most sophisticated and high-stakes infrastructures. Your leadership will enable the organization to adapt quickly to change, deliver incremental value, and maintain alignment with strategic objectives, ultimately impacting customers, operations, and mission readiness.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD, 12 years in lieu of a degree
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with experience engaging senior leadership.
• Comprehensive analytical skills and experience in managing small teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working with or for the FAA, DOT, or state aviation authorities.
• Prior experience supporting FAA NextGen, NAS modernization, or federal aviation strategy programs.
• Certifications such as PMP, Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or PMI-ACP.
• Familiarity with FAA or government standards and compliance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of risk management, budgeting, and program governance.
• Finance or accounting background.

Details

Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. 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.

EEO:

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.