Safety Specialist Advisor

Overview

Safety Specialist Advisor role located in US-DC-Washington. Requisition : | Category:
Consulting | Clearance:
Public Trust.

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's BNATCS contract. As a trusted partner to the FAA, Peraton helps deliver systems and services that keep our skies safe and connected. You will contribute to shaping the future of air traffic management and work alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.

In this position, you will:

• Lead safety testing, evaluation, and validation efforts on NAS programs.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive safety documentation and risk management plans.
• Coordinate with FAA stakeholders to support operational and safety risk management activities.
• Mentor junior specialists and provide technical expertise on safety processes.
• Drive initiatives to improve testing methodologies and risk management practices.

Why This Role Matters

The NAS is a high-stakes infrastructure where rigorous safety processes help ensure nationwide safe and efficient airspace operations.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• 8-10 years of experience in safety testing, evaluation, or operational risk management.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting safety data and supporting risk assessments.
• Familiarity with safety standards, operational risk management frameworks, or similar safety programs in aerospace, defense, or transportation.
• Strong ability to interpret safety data, identify emerging risks, and recommend practical solutions.
• Effective written and verbal communication for documenting findings and presenting risk analyses to engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications
:

• Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.
• OSHA Safety Professional, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or equivalent.
• Familiarity with Safety Management Systems (SMS) or LEAN Six Sigma Green Belt.

#BNATC

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. We deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies in all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace.

$104,000 - $166,000. Salary is determined by factors including scope, responsibilities, experience, education, location, and contract considerations. Some roles may include overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses.

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