Technical Project Manager SME

Responsibilities

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 Agile Project Managers to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. In this role you will lead backlog management, stakeholder engagement, and agile execution to ensure program alignment. Whether you’re supporting safety validation efforts or leading teams on major FAA programs, your work will directly impact the millions of passengers and aviation professionals who rely on safe, efficient airspace operations every day. The idea candidates will bing strong experience in the following areas Surveillance, Radar, Video Teleconferencing (VTC), Radio Communications, and Wireless Systems.

 

Work Location:

• This position is required to be on-site located in Herndon, VA

 

In this position, you will:

• Lead Agile planning and execution for multi-disciplinary workstreams such as Surveillance, Radar, VTC, Radio, and Wireless engineering teams.

• Lead backlog refinement and prioritization, ensuring the work aligns with program objectives and stakeholder expectations.

• Drive high-performing teams, foster collaboration, and deliver results that align with organizational goals and mission-critical outcomes.

• Facilitate scrum ceremonies, sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups for agile teams.

• 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.

• Maintain road-maps, status reports, and documentation to track progress and support decision-making.

• Champion agile best practices and servant leadership to build high-performing, self-organizing teams.

• 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. 
• Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of experience or Masters degree and 10 years or Associate’s degree and 14 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 16 years experience. 

• Experience leading projects in one or more of the following areas:

  • Surveillance systems (e.g., surface surveillance, sensor feeds)

  • Radar systems (primary/secondary, SSR, ASR, or similar)

  • Video Teleconferencing (VTC) or multimedia communication systems

  • Radio communications (VHF/UHF, RoIP, or aviation ground-to-air systems)

  • Wireless infrastructure (Wi-Fi, microwave, backhaul, or RF systems)

• Proven expertise in backlog management, sprint planning, and agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with experience engaging senior leadership.
• Knowledge of agile metrics, reporting, and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Rally, or Azure DevOps).
• Demonstrated ability to drive alignment across cross-functional teams in dynamic environments.

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), PMI-ACP, or SAFe Agilist.
• Experience managing federal modernization programs or large-scale enterprise initiatives.
• Familiarity with FAA or government standards and compliance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of risk management, budgeting, and program governance.
• Background in coaching teams on agile practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

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Peraton Overview

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 do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$135,000 - $216,000. 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.

EEO

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