Peraton · 3 hours ago
Lead Telecommunications Systems Manager (Product Manager)
Washington, DC, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$112K/yr - $179K/yr
12+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking a Lead Telecommunications Systems Manager (Product Manager) to guide the modernization and performance of critical communications infrastructure supporting the FAA’s air traffic management ecosystem.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead planning, coordination, and management of telecommunications modernization and sustainment activities across the BNATCS program
Support the Project/Program Manager in planning, managing, and monitoring telecommunications projects throughout their lifecycle
Develop and manage schedules, deliverables, and budget performance metrics; provide status reports and risk assessments to management and FAA stakeholders
Establish systems for data collection, performance tracking, and documentation to ensure visibility into network and system performance
Evaluate emerging technologies and propose improvements to optimize communication system performance, availability, and cybersecurity resilience
Identify, assess, and resolve technical and programmatic risks; develop and implement mitigation strategies to preserve operational continuity
Oversee the design and integration of telecommunications systems that support voice, data, and digital communication links within FAA networks
Ensure compliance with FAA standards, government regulations, and cybersecurity requirements
Collaborate closely with systems engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and operations teams to deliver interoperable, mission-critical communications capabilities
Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners to meet technical, cost, and schedule objectives
Prepare and present monthly program variance reports, technical updates, and executive briefings
Maintain program audit documentation, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and reporting criteria
Evaluate program performance, identify efficiencies, and recommend process or system improvements to enhance delivery
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship Required
Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance
12 years of experience, may have supervisory or management experience
10+ years of experience managing large-scale telecommunications or network infrastructure programs — preferably in aviation, defense, or government sectors
Strong understanding of telecommunications systems engineering, network protocols, and FAA communications architecture
Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams delivering high-reliability communications systems in complex, regulated environments
Expertise in program management, performance tracking, and budget oversight
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Excellent communication and presentation abilities, including experience briefing executive and government stakeholders
Proficiency with project management and reporting tools
Preferred
Experience with FAA telecommunications programs, such as NAS Voice System (NVS), FTI, or similar legacy-to-modernization transitions
PMP, PgMP, or Agile/SAFe certification
Familiarity with FAA acquisition, systems engineering, and certification processes
Knowledge of network security, redundancy, and availability engineering principles in mission-critical systems
Benefits
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
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