Voice Communications Workstream Safety Lead

Peraton•Washington, DC

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. Help shape the future of U.S. airspace safety and efficiency. We are seeking a to Voice Communications Workstream Safety Lead join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will provide safety oversight, compliance assurance, and risk management across FAA’s voice communications systems. In this role, you will ensure that safety considerations are fully embedded into the design, integration, testing, and sustainment of voice communication platforms, including legacy-to-modern VoIP migrations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth experience in federal contracting while supporting high-visibility aviation programs. Why This Role Matters The FAA is the cornerstone of aviation safety and innovation. As the Voice Communications Workstream Safety Lead, you will safeguard the reliability of these systems by ensuring they meet FAA safety standards and risk management requirements. Your leadership will directly impact the FAA’s ability to maintain safe, efficient, and resilient air traffic operations, protecting both the flying public and national airspace integrity.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship Required.
Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience; or Masters degree and 6 years; or Associate’s degree and 10 years’ experience; or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years experience.
Experience in system safety or safety leadership roles.
Strong knowledge of safety risk management frameworks and hazard analysis methodologies (FTA, FMEA, hazard logs).
Familiarity with voice communication systems, VoIP, or Radio-over-IP (RoIP) technologies.
Knowledge of federal acquisition processes and safety standards.
Certification in Safety Management (e.g., Certified Safety Professional [CSP], Certified Systems Engineering Professional [CSEP] with safety emphasis, ASP - Associate Safety Professional, SMS Safety Mgmt Specialist, CHST Construction Safety).

Nice To Haves

Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.
Experience applying FAA Safety Management System (SMS) standards.
Familiarity with FAA voice switch systems, legacy-to-modern communications, and interoperability requirements.
Experience supporting FAA NextGen modernization programs or NAS voice communications initiatives.
Professional certifications such as PE (Professional Engineer).
Familiarity with ICAO international safety standards for air traffic communication systems.
Experience with automated safety analysis tools or safety data visualization platforms.
Background in aviation communications infrastructure, including ATC voice systems.

Responsibilities

Lead safety risk management activities for FAA voice communication systems.
Develop safety documentation, safety cases, and compliance reports.
Conduct root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
Develop, implement, and oversee safety assessments, hazard analyses, and mitigation strategies.
Ensure compliance with FAA Safety Management System (SMS), OSHA, and federal safety requirements.
Provide safety input during system design reviews, modernization planning, and readiness assessments.
Oversee safety testing, validation, and verification of voice communication systems, including VoIP.
Conduct safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations to ensure compliance.
Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to embed safety requirements into system design and integration.
Maintain accurate and audit-ready safety documentation, reports, and risk registers.
Ensure safety considerations are integrated into modernization programs such as NextGen.
Define and track safety performance metrics and continuous monitoring frameworks.
Provide safety briefings and recommendations to FAA leadership and program stakeholders.
Work with engineers, program managers, and FAA stakeholders to ensure these critical systems meet the highest standards of safety, resiliency, and reliability.