Lead Telecommunications Systems Manager; Product Manager Security Clearance

Position: Lead Telecommunications Systems Manager (Product Manager) 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 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 Telecommunications Systems Manager (Product Manager) to guide the modernization and performance of critical communications infrastructure supporting the FAA's evolving air traffic management ecosystem.

This role ensures the reliability, scalability, and integration of telecommunications systems across the NAS - enabling resilient, high-availability communications between controllers, pilots, and automated systems nationwide. The ideal candidate combines deep telecommunications expertise with strategic program leadership, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with FAA's modernization and safety goals.
Responsibilities:
* Lead planning, coordination, and management of telecommunications modernization and sustainment activities across the BNATCS program.

* Support the Project/Program Manager in planning, managing, and monitoring telecommunications projects throughout their lifecycle.

* Develop and manage schedules, deliverables, and budget performance metrics; provide status reports and risk assessments to management and FAA stakeholders.

* Establish systems for data collection, performance tracking, and documentation to ensure visibility into network and system performance.

* Evaluate emerging technologies and propose improvements to optimize communication system performance, availability, and cybersecurity resilience.

* Identify, assess, and resolve technical and programmatic risks; develop and implement mitigation strategies to preserve operational continuity.

* Oversee the design and integration of telecommunications systems that support voice, data, and digital communication links within FAA networks.

* Ensure compliance with FAA standards, government regulations, and cybersecurity requirements.

* Collaborate closely with systems engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and operations teams to deliver interoperable, mission-critical communications capabilities.

* Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners to meet technical, cost, and schedule objectives.

* Prepare and present monthly program variance reports, technical updates, and executive briefings.

* Maintain program audit documentation, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and reporting criteria.

* Evaluate program performance, identify efficiencies, and recommend process or system improvements to enhance delivery.
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…