Deployment Specialist SME

Peraton•Washington, DC

18d

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. Help shape the future of U.S. airspace safety and efficiency. We are seeking a Deployment Specialist SME to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will develop and manage deployment strategies, cutover plans, site readiness activities, and system transitions to ensure seamless rollout of FAA modernization initiatives. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth experience in federal contracting while supporting high-visibility aviation programs. In this position, you will: Serve as a trusted advisor and hands-on expert, guiding teams to successfully integrate new capabilities into the National Airspace System (NAS). Lead the development of enterprise-level deployment strategies, roadmaps, and cutover plans. Oversee system rollout, installation, and configuration activities across FAA sites. Conduct site readiness assessments and validate facility, infrastructure, and operational preparedness. Collaborate with program managers, engineers, and stakeholders to coordinate deployment schedules and minimize risks. Ensure deployment processes comply with FAA standards, safety protocols, and federal requirements. Provide technical leadership for transition, rollback, and contingency planning. Monitor and track deployment progress, producing status reports, KPIs, and risk assessments. Support training and knowledge transfer activities for FAA staff during deployments. Serve as a primary escalation point for deployment-related issues, troubleshooting, and resolution. Manage deployment risks, dependencies, and contingency planning. Document and maintain deployment procedures, lessons learned, and process improvements. Why This Role Matters The FAA is the cornerstone of aviation safety and innovation. As the Deployment Specialist – SME, you will ensure that new technologies are delivered to the field safely, securely, and on schedule, minimizing operational disruptions. Your expertise will directly strengthen FAA’s ability to maintain resiliency, safety, and continuity of service, impacting millions of passengers and aviation stakeholders nationwide.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship Required.
Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of experience or Masters degree and 10 years or Associate’s degree and 14 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 16 years experience.
Experience in deployment, rollout, or system integration, with at least 5 years in a senior or SME-level role.
Proven success leading complex, multi-site deployments in mission-critical environments.
Strong knowledge of deployment frameworks, methodologies, and best practices.
Experience with infrastructure, networking, and enterprise IT systems.
Familiarity with federal compliance frameworks (NIST RMF, FISMA, FedRAMP).
Proficiency in deployment management tools, ticketing systems, and project tracking platforms.

Nice To Haves

Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.
Experience supporting federal agencies, FAA, or other mission-critical programs.
Degree in Systems Engineering, IT Management, or related discipline.
Certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or SAFe Agile.
Experience supporting FAA NextGen modernization programs or NAS-related deployments.
Familiarity with aviation communications, radar, or air traffic control systems.
Experience with automated deployment tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins).
Background in international deployment standards and multi-agency coordination.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor and hands-on expert, guiding teams to successfully integrate new capabilities into the National Airspace System (NAS).
Lead the development of enterprise-level deployment strategies, roadmaps, and cutover plans.
Oversee system rollout, installation, and configuration activities across FAA sites.
Conduct site readiness assessments and validate facility, infrastructure, and operational preparedness.
Collaborate with program managers, engineers, and stakeholders to coordinate deployment schedules and minimize risks.
Ensure deployment processes comply with FAA standards, safety protocols, and federal requirements.
Provide technical leadership for transition, rollback, and contingency planning.
Monitor and track deployment progress, producing status reports, KPIs, and risk assessments.
Support training and knowledge transfer activities for FAA staff during deployments.
Serve as a primary escalation point for deployment-related issues, troubleshooting, and resolution.
Manage deployment risks, dependencies, and contingency planning.
Document and maintain deployment procedures, lessons learned, and process improvements.