Software Architect, Advisor
Apply to join Peraton's mission‑critical team. The role involves advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract.
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. We operate 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 cannot 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.
Program Overview
As a Senior Software Architect within the BNATCS program, you will :
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of software architecture solutions that align with FAA modernization goals.
- Provide architectural and technical oversight across multiple software systems, ensuring interoperability, scalability, and compliance with FAA and NAS standards.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including system engineers, product developers, program managers, and FAA stakeholders to ensure technical consistency and quality.
- Conduct architectural reviews and assessments to validate system performance, reliability, and security.
- Develop and maintain architectural documentation, including models, component specifications, and interface definitions.
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and methodologies to enhance the BNATCS software ecosystem.
- Oversee integration of software components and ensure successful end‑to‑end system operation.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, guiding best practices for software design and integration.
- Exercise wide latitude for independent judgment on highly complex, high‑impact projects.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline; advanced degree preferred.8+ years of related experience in software architecture, design, and system integration for large‑scale, mission‑critical systems.Proven experience developing and managing enterprise software architectures in complex environments.Strong understanding of modern software frameworks, microservices architectures, cloud environments, and DevSecOps principles.Demonstrated experience with FAA systems, aerospace, or federal modernization programs is highly desirable.Ability to work effectively in collaborative, fast‑paced environments with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.U.S. Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range
Target Salary Range : $176,000 - $282,000
EEO
Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Information Technology
Industry
Civil Engineering
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