Technical Project Manager - Aviation Voice & Communications Syst Security Clearance

Position: Technical Project Manager - Aviation Voice & Communications Syst with Security Clearance
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. Peraton operates 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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit  to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. Program Overview About

The Role Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Business, National Airspace, and Technical Computing Services (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. Peraton is seeking an accomplished Technical Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of engineering and technology projects focused on aviation voice and communications systems supporting the FAA.

This role oversees multidisciplinary engineering teams responsible for voice switching systems, air-ground communications, VoIP infrastructure, radio systems, network transport, and related NAS communication technologies. You will guide projects from concept through deployment, ensuring technical deliverables meet FAA operational, security, and performance standards. The ideal candidate blends strong telecommunications or voice systems knowledge with proven project management expertise and can translate complex communication system requirements into executable plans that support uninterrupted air traffic operations.

This role is located in Bethesda, MD.

Key Responsibilities In this role, you will:
* 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
Why This Role Matters The FAA's modernization and mission success depend on efficient execution of highly technical projects that enhance the safety, capacity, and reliability of the National Airspace System (NAS). As a Technical Project Manager, your leadership ensures that technical teams operate cohesively, risks are mitigated early, and project outcomes directly support the FAA's strategic initiatives in aviation safety, cybersecurity, and infrastructure advancement.

Your ability to balance engineering precision with operational efficiency will help keep U.S. aviation systems safe, modern, and globally competitive. Qualifications

Position Requirements :
* 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…