Senior Configuration Management Advisor
Listed on 2026-01-01
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, IT Consultant -
Engineering
Systems Engineer
Senior Configuration Management Advisor
Job Location s: US-MD-Bethesda | US-VA-Chantilly
ResponsibilitiesPosition is Contingent Upon Contract Award
Peraton is seeking a Senior Configuration Manager to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidates will be responsible for ensuring that processes and deliverables for mission‑critical FAA systems are effectively managed through the configuration management system. This position works closely with engineers, developers, and program managers. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain in‑depth experience in federal contracting while supporting high‑visibility aviation programs.
In this position, you will:
- Maintain the program configuration management system.
- Interface with program team members and suppliers on the configuration management system.
- Provide subject matter expertise on configuration management.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; 6 years with MS/MA; 3 years with Ph.D. 12 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
- Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
- Strong knowledge of quality frameworks and best practices.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and problem‑solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Experience with implementing an effective configuration management system for a diverse population of configuration items.
- Knowledge of system development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Experience working with development teams on CI/CD pipelines.
- While this is a remote‑capable position, candidates must be in the DC/Maryland/No
VA local area.
Preferred Qualifications:
- ISO 9001:2015 requirements certification.
- Experience supporting FAA or aviation‑related systems.
- Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.
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 facing our customers. Visit to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
$80,000 – $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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