Senior Automation Workstream Deputy

Responsibilities

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.  Lead the work that keeps America flying safely.

 

 

Peraton is seeking an experienced Senior Automation Workstream Deputy to help lead one of the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) most significant modernization initiatives supporting the National Airspace System (NAS). Working alongside the Automation Workstream Manager, you will oversee the operational, technical, financial, and workforce execution of a large-scale portfolio delivering mission-critical automation capabilities that enhance the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the nation's aviation infrastructure.

 

This position is ideal for a leader who combines technical depth, operational excellence, business acumen, and the ability to lead large organizations in highly regulated federal environments.

 

Work Location:

• This position is required to be on-site located in Herndon, VA

 

Your Impact:

This director-level leadership role is responsible for translating strategic objectives into successful operational execution while ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction, technical excellence, workforce performance, financial stewardship, and program growth. You will lead cross-functional workstreams, partner directly with Peraton and FAA leadership, and drive successful delivery across multiple complex modernization initiatives.

 

Strategic Program Leadership

• Serve as Deputy to the Automation Workstream Lead, providing leadership across all operational and technical aspects of the workstream.
• Lead execution of multiple FAA enterprise modernization initiatives.
• Translate strategic program objectives into executable operational plans.
• Oversee end-to-end execution of engineering, software, infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, software testing and systems integration activities.
• Ensure successful delivery of all contractual requirements while maintaining cost, schedule, quality, and performance objectives.
• Act on behalf of the Workstream Lead as required.

Operational Leadership

• Lead day-to-day operations supporting a workforce of 150+ engineers, project managers, software developers, architects, cybersecurity professionals, testers, analysts, and operational staff.
• Partner with functional managers to optimize resource allocation across multiple programs and priorities.
• Drive operational excellence through continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional planning efforts.

Technical Program Execution

• Direct execution of large, complex engineering and technology initiatives from planning through deployment and operational transition.
• Manage scope, schedule, technical baselines, dependencies, and integration activities across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Support systems engineering, software development, infrastructure modernization, cloud adoption, automation, testing, commissioning, and operational readiness.
• Lead technical reviews, milestone assessments, operational readiness reviews, and executive decision forums.

Financial & Business Management (P&L Responsibility)

• Assist the Workstream Lead with Profit and Loss (P&L) management for a multi-million-dollar portfolio, ensuring financial performance aligns with business objectives.
• Support development and execution of annual operating plans, budgets, labor forecasts, indirect planning, and revenue projections.
• Monitor program financial health, including revenue, margin, labor utilization, backlog, burn rates, and cost performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability through operational efficiencies, workforce optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Contracts, Finance, Program Controls, and Business Operations to manage budgets, forecasts and financial reporting.