Business Process Analyst - Senior

Peraton•Chantilly, VA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

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. Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. We are seeking a Business Process Analyst - Senior to help modernize and optimize operations supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). In this role, you will shape the processes that enable critical aviation programs to operate safely, efficiently, and at scale. You will work alongside FAA stakeholders, engineers, and program leaders to evaluate how work is done today and design how it should be done tomorrow. Work Location: This position is 100% on-site, primarily located in Chantilly, VA , with an alternate work location available in Bowie, MD. Candidates must be able to work on-site at one of these locations based on program requirements.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship Required.
Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience or Masters degree and 6 years experience or Associate’s degree and 10 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years experience.
Experience in business process analysis, workflow design, or process improvement.
Experience in agile technical and business process analysis, user story development, workflow design, or process improvement.
Strong knowledge of federal compliance requirements and process frameworks.
Knowledge of risk management frameworks and how they intersect with business processes.
Experience defining process performance dashboards and monitoring tools.
Strong skills in documentation, audit readiness, and compliance reporting.

Nice To Haves

Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.
Familiarity with aviation operations, air traffic management, or transportation systems.
Experience supporting federal modernization or digital transformation initiatives.
Knowledge of federal governance, compliance, or operational processes.
Experience working in cross-functional teams involving engineering, IT, and operations.
Certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), or similar credentials.

Responsibilities

Lead business process analysis, design, and optimization across FAA programs.
Translate operational challenges into efficient, compliant future-state processes.
Provide data-driven insights through gap analyses, impact assessments, and KPIs.
Evaluate current- and future-state performance to guide continuous improvement.
Facilitate workshops to capture requirements and identify improvement opportunities.
Partner with FAA stakeholders, program managers, and technical teams to deliver practical solutions.
Collaborate with IT and systems teams to align business processes with technology solutions.
Support process alignment during system implementations and upgrades.
Support adoption through training, communications, and stakeholder engagement.
Prepare executive-level briefings, dashboards, and reports on progress and outcomes.