VCS Risk Manager

Peraton•Bowie, MD

3d•$80,000 - $128,000

About The Position

Shape the Future of America’s Skies with Peraton 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 delivers the mission-critical systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe, secure, and connected. We’re seeking innovative professionals who thrive in high-impact, mission-driven environments and are excited to help transform the future of air traffic management. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the world’s most vital transportation infrastructures while collaborating with leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration. At Peraton, you won’t just support the mission—you’ll help define it. Job Title: Project Coordinator / Risk Manager Location: Herndon, VA or Bowie, MD Position Overview: The Project Coordinator / Risk Manager plays a critical role in supporting project execution by proactively identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks that could impact cost, schedule, and technical performance. This position partners closely with project managers, technical teams, and business stakeholders to ensure risks are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle. In addition to risk management responsibilities, the Project Coordinator supports overall project operations through scheduling, documentation, and stakeholder communication to ensure alignment with project goals and successful delivery of contract requirements.

Requirements

5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA
3–5+ years of experience in project coordination, risk management, or project controls
Demonstrated experience identifying and mitigating project risks in a structured environment
Experience managing risk registers and supporting risk management frameworks
Strong understanding of project scheduling and milestone tracking across multiple deliverables
Proven ability to translate technical information for non-technical stakeholders
Experience supporting administrative and project documentation (e.g., meeting minutes, change logs, status reports)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively identify risks and propose solutions
Excellent communication and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting government or large-scale contract programs
Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches)
Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Jira, or similar)
PMP, PMI-RMP, or similar certification is a plus

Responsibilities

Identify, assess, and manage project risks related to cost, schedule, and technical performance
Maintain and regularly update risk registers, including tracking mitigation and contingency plans
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies
Monitor compliance with established risk management plans and processes
Prepare and deliver risk reports and status updates to project leadership and stakeholders
Support project scheduling activities, including tracking milestones across multiple contract deliverables
Assist in monitoring project performance and identifying variances or potential issues
Facilitate communication between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of risks and project objectives
Maintain accurate project documentation, including meeting minutes, change logs, and change order processes
Develop and distribute technical status reports and other project artifacts as needed