Program Controls Finance Manager

Peraton•Washington, DC

16h

About The Position

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA’s Business, National Airspace, and Technical Computing Services (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. The Project Controls Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health, accountability, and performance of large, complex government contracts and programs. Leveraging your extensive expertise in project controls, cost management, and forecasting, you will drive accurate financial reporting, risk management, and decision support across multiple projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven financial leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, excels at managing project budgets and schedules, and wants to influence the success of high-profile government programs. Why This Role Matters As aviation and federal programs evolve, any weakness in underlying infrastructure can impact operations and service delivery on a national scale. As a Program Control Manager, you will ensure that resources are managed responsibly, risks are identified early, and leadership has the insights needed to make informed strategic and operational decisions. Your leadership will directly support program accountability, affordability, and long-term mission success.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship Required.
Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
12 years of experience in program control, financial management, or government contracting.
Proven experience managing program budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics in a federal environment.
Strong knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), cost accounting standards, and project financial reporting.
Experience supporting federal acquisition programs (FAA, DoD, or equivalent).
Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with financial analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms).
Ability to interpret and apply contract types (CPFF, FFP, T&M) in program control activities.
Experience preparing audit-ready documentation and reports for leadership or federal review.
Experience leading or supervising cross-functional program control or finance teams.
Strong understanding of risk management, cost-benefit analysis, and lifecycle budgeting.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with or for the FAA, DOT, or state aviation authorities.
Experience supporting FAA NextGen programs or other large-scale aviation modernization efforts.
Degree in Finance, Economics, or Business Administration (MBA).
Professional certifications such as PMP, CDFM (Certified Defense Financial Manager), or CGFM (Certified Government Financial Manager).
Knowledge of enterprise financial systems (Deltek Cobra, Oracle, SAP, or similar).
Background in cost modeling, resource planning, and strategic portfolio analysis.
Experience presenting financial performance data to executive and federal oversight boards.

Responsibilities

Lead program financial planning, cost control, and performance analysis for FAA programs.
Oversee budget development, forecasting, and variance analysis across multiple projects.
Implement and manage Earned Value Management (EVM) processes in compliance with FAA and federal standards.
Develop and maintain program control systems, reports, and dashboards for leadership review.
Provide financial risk assessments and recommend corrective actions for cost, schedule, or performance variances.
Partner with program managers, contracts, and technical leads to ensure accurate cost allocations and tracking.
Prepare audit-ready financial documentation, reports, and compliance deliverables.
Support strategic planning, resource allocation, and portfolio performance assessments.
Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership, ensuring clarity and actionable insights.
Supervise and mentor program control analysts to ensure consistency and excellence in financial operations.