Peraton
Overview
Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our 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. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world's most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.
At Peraton, you won't just support the mission - you\'ll define it. Help shape the future of U.S. airspace safety and efficiency.
We are seeking a
Deployment Specialist SME
to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will develop and manage deployment strategies, cutover plans, site readiness activities, and system transitions to ensure seamless rollout of FAA modernization initiatives. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth experience in federal contracting while supporting high-visibility aviation programs.
Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted advisor and hands-on expert, guiding teams to successfully integrate new capabilities into the National Airspace System (NAS).
Lead the development of enterprise-level deployment strategies, roadmaps, and cutover plans.
Oversee system rollout, installation, and configuration activities across FAA sites.
Conduct site readiness assessments and validate facility, infrastructure, and operational preparedness.
Collaborate with program managers, engineers, and stakeholders to coordinate deployment schedules and minimize risks.
Ensure deployment processes comply with FAA standards, safety protocols, and federal requirements.
Provide technical leadership for transition, rollback, and contingency planning.
Monitor and track deployment progress, producing status reports, KPIs, and risk assessments.
Support training and knowledge transfer activities for FAA staff during deployments.
Serve as a primary escalation point for deployment-related issues, troubleshooting, and resolution.
Manage deployment risks, dependencies, and contingency planning.
Document and maintain deployment procedures, lessons learned, and process improvements.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship Required.
Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Bachelor\'s degree and 8 years of experience or Masters degree and 6 years or Associate\'s degree and 10 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years experience.
Experience in deployment, rollout, or system integration, with at least 5 years in a senior or SME-level role.
Proven success leading complex, multi-site deployments in mission-critical environments.
Strong knowledge of deployment frameworks, methodologies, and best practices.
Experience with infrastructure, networking, and enterprise IT systems.
Familiarity with federal compliance frameworks (NIST RMF, FISMA, FedRAMP).
Proficiency in deployment management tools, ticketing systems, and project tracking platforms.
Preferred Qualifications:
Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.
Experience supporting federal agencies, FAA, or other mission-critical programs.
Degree in Systems Engineering, IT Management, or related discipline.
Certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or SAFe Agile.
Experience supporting FAA NextGen modernization programs or NAS-related deployments.
Familiarity with aviation communications, radar, or air traffic control systems.
Experience with automated deployment tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins).
Background in international deployment standards and multi-agency coordination.
Details Salary
Range: $135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities, experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
EEO:
Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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We're looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world's most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.
At Peraton, you won't just support the mission - you\'ll define it. Help shape the future of U.S. airspace safety and efficiency.
We are seeking a
Deployment Specialist SME
to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will develop and manage deployment strategies, cutover plans, site readiness activities, and system transitions to ensure seamless rollout of FAA modernization initiatives. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth experience in federal contracting while supporting high-visibility aviation programs.
Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted advisor and hands-on expert, guiding teams to successfully integrate new capabilities into the National Airspace System (NAS).
Lead the development of enterprise-level deployment strategies, roadmaps, and cutover plans.
Oversee system rollout, installation, and configuration activities across FAA sites.
Conduct site readiness assessments and validate facility, infrastructure, and operational preparedness.
Collaborate with program managers, engineers, and stakeholders to coordinate deployment schedules and minimize risks.
Ensure deployment processes comply with FAA standards, safety protocols, and federal requirements.
Provide technical leadership for transition, rollback, and contingency planning.
Monitor and track deployment progress, producing status reports, KPIs, and risk assessments.
Support training and knowledge transfer activities for FAA staff during deployments.
Serve as a primary escalation point for deployment-related issues, troubleshooting, and resolution.
Manage deployment risks, dependencies, and contingency planning.
Document and maintain deployment procedures, lessons learned, and process improvements.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship Required.
Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Bachelor\'s degree and 8 years of experience or Masters degree and 6 years or Associate\'s degree and 10 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years experience.
Experience in deployment, rollout, or system integration, with at least 5 years in a senior or SME-level role.
Proven success leading complex, multi-site deployments in mission-critical environments.
Strong knowledge of deployment frameworks, methodologies, and best practices.
Experience with infrastructure, networking, and enterprise IT systems.
Familiarity with federal compliance frameworks (NIST RMF, FISMA, FedRAMP).
Proficiency in deployment management tools, ticketing systems, and project tracking platforms.
Preferred Qualifications:
Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.
Experience supporting federal agencies, FAA, or other mission-critical programs.
Degree in Systems Engineering, IT Management, or related discipline.
Certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or SAFe Agile.
Experience supporting FAA NextGen modernization programs or NAS-related deployments.
Familiarity with aviation communications, radar, or air traffic control systems.
Experience with automated deployment tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins).
Background in international deployment standards and multi-agency coordination.
Details Salary
Range: $135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities, experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
EEO:
Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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