Principal Digital Twin & Spatial Computing Architect

Peraton•,

23h•$176,000 - $282,000

About The Position

Peraton Labs is seeking a Principal Technical Architect to support aviation modernization and digital twin initiatives for the BNATCS CTO organization. This senior technical leader will help shape immersive, human-centered, and data-informed approaches to future aviation systems by applying deep expertise in XR, spatial computing, simulation, multi-user virtual environments, aviation application development, and digital twin architecture. This position will lead concept development, prototyping, technical strategy, stakeholder demonstrations, and solution architecture for immersive aviation modernization efforts. This includes developing XR-enabled digital twin concepts, advising on emerging spatial computing technologies, integrating immersive environments with analytics and operational data, and helping translate complex aviation modernization challenges into clear technical roadmaps and decision-ready demonstrations. The ideal candidate will bring extensive spatial computing experience, significant immersive software delivery experience, and a demonstrable pedigree in XR, spatial computing, or human-centered technology development through recognized collaborators, mentors, technical communities, publications, patents, or long-term contribution to the field. Startup, founder, innovation lab, or early-stage product experience is highly desired, especially as it relates to building new capabilities in ambiguous environments. Experience supporting the public sector, aviation customers, FAA programs, aerospace modernization, or mission-oriented federal customers is strongly preferred. Candidates applying to this role should be comfortable operating as a technical strategist, hands-on prototype leader, and customer-facing communicator.

Requirements

Minimum of 16+ years of experience in spatial computing, XR, immersive systems, virtual environments, advanced interface technology, or related fields
Bachelors Degree
Significant experience leading XR, VR, AR, MR, spatial computing, immersive simulation, or digital twin programs
Hands-on Unity/C# development experience
Experience with immersive platforms such as Meta Quest, Apple Vision Pro, PC VR, Android XR, or similar systems
Strong background in human-centered design, spatial interfaces, simulations, and immersive user experience
Experience leading cross-functional technical teams and briefing senior stakeholders
Experience supporting government, public sector, aviation, aerospace, defense, healthcare, training, or other mission-focused technical efforts
Ability to support ambiguous, research-driven, and mission-focused technical efforts
US Citizenship with ability to obtain/maintain an FAA Public Trust

Nice To Haves

5+ years of startup, founder, innovation lab, early-stage product, applied R&D, or similar experience
Experience building applications, prototypes, demonstrations for aviation, air traffic control, airport operations, aerospace, NAS modernization, or FAA
Experience developing multi-user digital twin, immersive training, or operational visualization environments
Familiarity with AI/XR convergence, agentic AI, advanced analytics, or data-driven simulation
Experience with spatial audio, eye tracking, biosensors, or human performance measurement
Proposal, capture, white paper, patent, publication, or public speaking experience
Prior support to FAA, NASA, DoD, Space Force, Air Force, Army, Navy, or similar federal customers

Responsibilities

Lead XR, spatial computing, immersive simulation, and digital twin strategy for aviation modernization efforts
Design and prototype immersive digital twin concepts for future aviation systems, training, planning, and operational decision support
Develop and evaluate XR applications using Unity, C#, Apple Vision Pro, Meta Quest, PC VR, Android XR, or related platforms
Translate aviation modernization needs into human-centered immersive technology solutions
Support the evolution of dashboard-based Digital Command Center capabilities toward more advanced digital twin and immersive decision environments
Lead stakeholder demonstrations, technical briefings, proposal support, and executive-level solution discussions
Establish reusable frameworks, design patterns, and technical approaches for XR and digital twin development
Evaluate emerging XR, AI, simulation, biosensor, spatial audio, and human-machine interface technologies