Information Technology Program Director

Overview

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Program Overview : Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's BNATCS contract. Peraton helps deliver systems and services that keep our skies safe and connected. This is a high-visibility leadership role focused on overseeing systems engineering and technical integration for the FAA\'s next-generation air traffic infrastructure.

In this position, you will lead a team responsible for systems engineering oversight and the integration of hardware, software, and communications systems across FAA facilities, ensuring safety, redundancy, and operational continuity.

Responsibilities

• Provide full life-cycle systems engineering oversight from requirements and architecture to modeling, testing, and validation.
• Integrate hardware, software, and communications systems into a cohesive system of systems across FAA facilities.
• Identify and mitigate system-level risks involving schedule, integration, and technical challenges.
• Lead upgrades, transitions, and phased deployments to maintain operational continuity.
• Act as the technical bridge between FAA leadership, contractors, engineers, and federal partners.
• Manage budgets, resources, and performance metrics for Air Traffic Control (ATC) transformation programs.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, DOT, and national airspace standards, prioritizing safety, redundancy, and reliability in every phase of system design and deployment.
• Lead a high-performing team of systems engineers, architects, and integration specialists, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
• Provide systems engineering oversight across the full lifecycle, including requirements development, architecture design, modeling, testing, and validation.
• Ensure modernization elements (hardware, software, radio communications, telecommunications surveillance, automation, and ATC facilities) are integrated into a cohesive system of systems.
• Oversee the technical integration of legacy and new systems across FAA facilities and air traffic systems.
• Identify system-level risks (technical, schedule, integration challenges) and lead the development of mitigation strategies.
• Manage system upgrades, transitions, and phased deployments to maintain uninterrupted FAA operations.
• Serve as the technical bridge between FAA leadership, engineering teams, contractors, and federal agencies such as DoD and DHS.
• Translate complex technical concepts into actionable plans for executive stakeholders and program leadership.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Salary and Benefits

Target Salary Range : $176,000 - $282,000. Salary is determined by various factors including scope, experience, education, location, and contract considerations. Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus may apply where applicable.

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

Location

Tysons Corner, VA / Washington, DC area

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