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Lead Voice Communications Manager (Product Manager)

2025-161138

CAtegory:

Project Management

Clearance:

Public Trust

Location:

Washington
,
D.C.

Telecommute:

No remote/telework allowed
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 do the can’t 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
About The Role

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.

 

Peraton is seeking a Lead Voice Communications Manager (Product Manager) to oversee the planning, execution, and performance of FAA voice communications systems critical to air traffic control operations. This role ensures the reliability, scalability, and integration of voice communication capabilities across the NAS, supporting mission-critical interactions between air traffic controllers, pilots, and automated systems. The ideal candidate combines telecommunications expertise with program management experience, leading teams to deliver high-reliability, safe, and compliant voice communications capabilities that advance FAA modernization goals.

Responsibilities

  • Lead lifecycle management of voice communications systems, including planning, integration, deployment, and sustainment across BNATCS initiatives.

  • Support the Project/Program Manager in planning, managing, and monitoring voice communication projects from concept through delivery.

  • Develop and manage schedules, budgets, deliverables, and performance metrics; provide briefings on program status, risks, and mitigation strategies.

  • Establish and maintain systems for data collection, performance tracking, and documentation to ensure visibility into project progress.

  • Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations to optimize voice communication system performance, reliability, and security.

  • Identify, assess, and resolve risks and issues to prevent or minimize impacts to program success.

  • Ensure compliance with FAA, federal, and industry standards, including cybersecurity and operational requirements.

  • Coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, and FAA stakeholders to achieve technical, schedule, and cost objectives.

  • Prepare and review program documentation, monthly variance reports, and performance assessments.

  • Oversee audit file maintenance, ensuring adherence to reporting criteria and regulatory compliance.

  • Monitor program efficiency and effectiveness, recommending improvements to processes, system design, or operational procedures.

  • Serve as a primary interface for FAA leadership and partners on all matters related to voice communications systems.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • U.S. Citizenship Required.
  • Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance
  • 12 years of experience, may have supervisory or management experience
  • 10+ years of experience managing large-scale voice communications or telecommunications systems in government, aviation, or defense environments.
  • Deep understanding of air traffic control voice communications technologies, including VoIP, legacy and modern voice infrastructure, and integrated controller-pilot systems.
  • Proven program and project management experience, including scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and risk management.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to brief executives and government personnel.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating with multiple agencies or contractors.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Direct experience supporting FAA voice communication programs (e.g., NAS Voice System, ERAM, or similar modernization efforts).
  • PMP, PgMP, or Agile/SAFe certification.
  • Knowledge of FAA acquisition, systems engineering, and certification processes.
  • Familiarity with network security, redundancy, and high-availability design for mission-critical communication systems.

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Details

Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. 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.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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