Program Control Specialists (Logistics / Travel Support)

Peraton•Herndon, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a highly organized and proactive Program Control Specialist with a strong focus on logistics and travel coordination to support our Surveillance team in Herndon, VA. In this role, you will serve as a critical enabler of mission success—ensuring that field operations are seamlessly planned, executed, and supported in alignment with FAA surveillance initiatives. You will act as a central point of coordination across program leadership, field personnel, and stakeholders, helping to drive operational efficiency, maintain schedule integrity, and ensure that all logistical and travel requirements are executed with precision. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-paced, mission-critical environments and enjoys balancing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
6+ years of relevant experience supporting program control and field operations, including logistics, deployment coordination, travel management, site access, scheduling, IMS support, status tracking, and stakeholder coordination
Bachelor’s degree, or an additional 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree (with high school diploma or equivalent)

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting programs within federal government environments
Familiarity with National Airspace System (NAS) programs, surveillance systems, or aviation-related operations
Experience working on large, complex government contracts or within multi-contractor environments
Proficiency with scheduling and program control tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar IMS tools)
Strong knowledge of travel systems, expense reporting tools, and federal travel regulations
Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume logistics and travel coordination in a dynamic, field-driven environment
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience supporting geographically dispersed teams and field operations across multiple sites

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive program control and operational support to ensure alignment with contract objectives, timelines, and deliverables
Lead field logistics planning and deployment coordination, including equipment, personnel movement, and on-site readiness
Manage end-to-end travel coordination, including booking, itinerary management, expense tracking, and compliance with organizational policies
Coordinate site access requirements, including badging, clearances, and facility entry logistics for field teams
Support and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), ensuring accurate updates, milestone tracking, and alignment with program activities
Oversee personnel scheduling and resource allocation, ensuring the right resources are deployed at the right time
Track and report on field operations status, identifying risks, gaps, and opportunities for improved efficiency
Serve as a liaison across cross-functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, issue resolution, and operational alignment
Support continuous process improvement efforts to enhance logistics, scheduling, and program execution effectiveness