Peraton · 8 hours ago
Technical Project Manager - Aviation Voice & Communications Systems
Bethesda, MD, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $216K/yr
12+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking an accomplished Technical Project Manager to lead engineering projects focused on aviation voice and communications systems that support the FAA, ensuring technical deliverables meet operational and security standards.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the planning and execution of complex voice and communications engineering projects supporting FAA air traffic operations
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and performance baselines
Serve as the primary liaison between voice/telecom engineering teams, program leadership, and FAA stakeholders
Coordinate cross-functional collaboration across:
Voice switching and telephony systems
Air-to-ground radio communications
VoIP and IP transport networks
Systems engineering and integration teams
Manage scope, deliverables, and timelines using structured project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)
Oversee implementation of high-availability, low-latency communication systems in operational ATC environments
Prepare and present technical briefings, system readiness updates, and milestone reports to FAA leadership
Identify and mitigate technical, operational, and integration risks in mission-critical voice systems
Ensure all activities comply with FAA AMS, FAR, spectrum, security, and quality standards
Oversee configuration management, change control, and documentation for communication system deployments
Support vendor coordination for telecom, radio, and voice infrastructure components
Facilitate requirements analysis, test planning, system integration testing, and operational readiness reviews
Drive continuous improvement and standardization across NAS voice and communications projects
Qualification
Required
U.S. citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
12+ years of experience in technical project management or program leadership within engineering, IT, or infrastructure environments
Proven success leading complex, mission-critical technical projects, including enterprise IT and network-based initiatives
Experience managing projects involving global telecommunications networks, including SD-WAN, MPLS, and enterprise WAN architectures
Strong command of project management fundamentals, including scheduling, budgeting, risk management, performance measurement, and earned value tracking
Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional technical teams across engineering, networking, cybersecurity, and IT disciplines
Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, or equivalent platforms
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills, with the ability to engage both technical teams and executive stakeholders
Experience managing vendor relationships, contractual deliverables, and statement-of-work alignment
Proven ability to develop and maintain risk registers, mitigation strategies, and performance dashboards
Capability to lead technical reviews, validation efforts, and post-implementation assessments
Strong analytical mindset with a focus on metrics, quality assurance, and measurable outcomes
Preferred
Experience supporting FAA programs, National Airspace System (NAS) initiatives, or other federal aviation or transportation systems
Bachelor's or advanced degree in Engineering Management, Systems Engineering, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field
PMP, PMI-ACP, or similar project management certification
Professional certifications such as CSEP (Certified Systems Engineering Professional) or ITIL Foundation
Experience with FAA NextGen, air traffic management systems, or large-scale federal modernization efforts
Familiarity with Agile, DevSecOps, or hybrid delivery environments supporting engineering or IT integration programs
Experience with cost estimation, resource planning, and contract oversight
Background in cybersecurity compliance, infrastructure modernization, safety-critical systems, or highly regulated environments
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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