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Peraton

Agile Project Manager

Peraton, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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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 the 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. In this role you will define the program’s direction and lead agile delivery to ensure alignment with mission-critical outcomes. Responsibilities

Lead backlog refinement and prioritization, ensuring the work aligns with program objectives and stakeholder expectations. 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. 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. 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: Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems. Agile certifications such as 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 (if applicable). Strong understanding of risk management, budgeting, and program governance. Background in coaching teams on agile practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Details

Salary : Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities, experience, education, and location. Overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus may apply where applicable. EEO : Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law. Employment type : Full-time Job function : Project Management and Information Technology Industries : Civil Engineering Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Peraton by 2x Get notified about new Project Manager jobs in

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