ATC Systems Configuration Management, Senior Advisor

Peraton • Washington, DC

104d • $176,000 - $282,000

About The Position

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. The ATC Systems Configuration Management (CM) Director provides visionary leadership, governance, and oversight for all configuration management activities supporting complex Air Traffic Control (ATC) systems across the National Airspace System (NAS). This executive-level role ensures that every system baseline, technical document, hardware configuration, and software release is managed with precision, consistency, and traceability—safeguarding the integrity of mission-critical systems that underpin U.S. aviation safety and efficiency. As the senior authority on CM, the Director defines strategy, enforces standards, and drives collaboration across engineering, operations, testing, and sustainment teams. This position plays a pivotal role in balancing innovation with discipline, ensuring compliance with FAA and international standards while enabling the modernization of the NAS.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, systems management, or a related discipline, with at least fifteen (15) years of relevant professional experience.
• Configuration Management certification (CMPIC, CMII) is strongly preferred.
• Extensive background in configuration management for complex, safety-critical systems; experience in aviation, defense, or transportation industries is highly desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of FAA acquisition processes, National Airspace System (NAS) operations, and industry CM standards such as EIA-649, ISO 10007, and CMMI.
• Demonstrated success in establishing and leading enterprise-level CM organizations, including the development of policies, processes, and supporting tools.
• Proficiency with CM tools and digital engineering environments, such as DOORS, JIRA, Windchill, or comparable platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication, decision-making, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in engineering, systems management, or a related discipline.
• Formal certification in configuration management (CMPIC, CMII, or equivalent), with demonstrated application in enterprise environments.
• Experience directing CM for large-scale, multi-site, or multi-contractor programs within the FAA, defense, or aerospace sectors.
• Proven track record of integrating CM practices into digital engineering and model-based systems engineering (MBSE) environments.
• Familiarity with international aviation or transportation CM standards and practices.
• Ability to translate complex configuration challenges into actionable strategies that influence executive-level decision-making.
• Recognized thought leadership in configuration management, with experience mentoring teams and advancing organizational CM maturity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and Lead Strategy: Define the enterprise-level configuration management vision, policies, and roadmap for ATC systems, ensuring alignment with FAA objectives, NAS architecture requirements, and international best practices.
• Governance and Process Ownership: Establish, implement, and enforce robust CM processes, tools, and standards covering baseline management, change control, version control, and technical data management.
• Authority in Change Control: Chair and direct the Change Control Board (CCB), providing authoritative decisions on system modifications, upgrades, and configuration changes that impact national aviation operations.
• Baseline and Audit Oversight: Ensure rigorous configuration identification, status accounting, verification, and audit readiness for all hardware, software, and documentation baselines.
• Cross-Functional Integration: Partner with engineering, testing, in-service management, operations, and sustainment teams to ensure consistent and controlled system configurations across the NAS.
• Contractor and Vendor Oversight: Monitor contractor compliance with CM requirements, review deliverables for accuracy and completeness, and drive accountability for system integrity.
• Metrics and Continuous Improvement: Develop and track performance metrics, analyze trends, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance CM effectiveness.
• Executive Reporting: Provide senior leadership with clear, data-driven insights on configuration risks, impacts, and opportunities, enabling informed decision-making.
• Culture of Discipline: Champion a culture of rigor, accountability, and excellence in configuration management practices across the enterprise.

Benefits

• Target Salary Range: $176,000 - $282,000, determined by various factors including scope and responsibilities, experience, education, and geographic location.
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree