Program Analyst III – Technical Project Coordinator

Peraton•Bethesda, MD

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. We are seeking a Program Analyst III / Technical Project Coordinator to support Technical Project Managers and serve as the critical link between field technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders. This role oversees the administrative and operational coordination required to deliver, install, train, and transition new systems into operational use. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced technical environments and excels at coordinating schedules, tracking milestones, managing deliverables, and ensuring installation and acceptance activities are completed accurately and on time. This position is located in Bethesda, MD.

Requirements

Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D., 16 years in lieu of degree
Candidate will need to be able to obtain a public trust clearance
Experience supporting technical projects involving field installations or system deployments
Strong background in project coordination and administrative support
Experience tracking technical project milestones and deliverables
Familiarity with IT, engineering, telecom, or system deployment workflows
Experience coordinating vendors, contractors, and technical teams
Proficiency with project management tools such as: MS Project Jira Smartsheet (or similar tools)
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to translate technical information into clear, actionable updates
Analytical problem-solving ability
Effective stakeholder coordination and customer-facing communication
Supports field-based technical deployments and system rollouts
Fast-paced, deadline-driven program environment
High coordination across technical, vendor, and customer teams
This role is ideal for a senior-level coordinator who understands how technical field work, vendor installations, and customer deliverables connect — and who ensures nothing falls through the cracks during system deployment and transition.

Responsibilities

Support Technical Project Managers with project coordination and operational execution
Act as the liaison between: Field technical teams Vendors and contractors Program stakeholders and customers
Coordinate and track system installation schedules
Schedule and support new system user training activities
Document project phases, milestones, and deliverables
Track customer deliverables to ensure timely completion
Coordinate equipment deliveries and vendor installation schedules
Oversee vendor and contractor activities to ensure alignment with deployment timelines
Validate: Installation completion System cutover activities Successful Contractor Acceptance Inspections (CAI)
Track and confirm readiness for operational handoff
Coordinate handoff and disposition of legacy equipment following new system activation
Maintain schedules, milestones, and task tracking across field activities
Track requirements and deliverable completion
Support budget tracking and cost awareness
Maintain documentation for project phases and deployment activities
Track risks, issues, and mitigation actions
Provide regular status reports and updates to leadership and stakeholders