Supply Chain, Manager

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.

Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. Peraton is seeking a highly skilled Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement operations, supplier strategy, and material flow for key Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) programs. In this role, you will lead the end-to-end supply chain lifecycle—ensuring that all materials, equipment, and services are delivered efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with FAA Acquisition Management System (AMS) and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in supply chain optimization, supplier performance management, and government contracting.

In this position, you will:

• Oversee all phases of the supply chain lifecycle, including sourcing, procurement, logistics, and supplier management.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with FAA mission priorities and cost objectives.
• Manage a team of supply chain professionals to ensure efficiency, compliance, and accountability.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure all procurement and logistics activities comply with FAA AMS, FAR, and DFARS requirements.
• Oversee supplier performance evaluations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Contracts, and Finance to ensure alignment with project deliverables.
• Manage inventory, distribution, and material readiness for multiple FAA program sites.
• Lead risk management efforts to identify and mitigate supply disruptions, delays, and compliance risks.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and documentation for executive and federal oversight review.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing supplier relationships.

Why This Role Matters

The FAA’s mission to modernize and maintain the National Airspace System (NAS) relies on the seamless coordination of suppliers, subcontractors, and logistics operations. As a Supply Chain Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring that materials and services are delivered on time and to specification—supporting system reliability, aviation safety, and program success. Your leadership ensures supply chain continuity for the FAA’s most critical infrastructure initiatives.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance. 
• 10 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or logistics management.
• Strong knowledge of FAA AMS, FAR, DFARS, and federal procurement policies.
• Proven ability to manage multi-million-dollar supply chain operations in government contracting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with focus on performance and cost control.
• Proficiency with ERP and procurement systems (Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
• Experience in strategic sourcing, material forecasting, and supplier performance management.
• Ability to develop supply chain risk assessments and continuity plans.
• Familiarity with contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M) and their impact on supply chain execution.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, transportation logistics, and warehouse operations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience preparing audit-ready documentation for federal review and compliance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.
• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Operations Management.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), PMP, or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional).
• Experience supporting FAA NextGen or other federal aviation modernization initiatives.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma, logistics automation, or digital supply chain tools.
• Background in supplier development, cost modeling, and logistics optimization.
• Experience managing supply chains across multiple geographically dispersed sites.

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