Senior Project Manager - Agile (Weather and AAC)

Peraton • Anchorage, AK

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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. Peraton is seeking a Project Manager - Agile to support Alaska-based Weather and AAC efforts. This role will provide senior project leadership, stakeholder coordination, and delivery oversight across complex technical and operational initiatives, using Agile or hybrid delivery methods as appropriate

Requirements

• US Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of relevant experience; or 10 years experience with Masters Degree, or 7 applicable experience years with PHD.
• Extensive experience managing complex projects in technical, operational, or federal environments.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Experience with Agile, hybrid, or iterative delivery practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting FAA, aviation, weather, or Alaska-based programs.
• Experience supporting geographically dispersed teams or remote-site implementation efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, coordination, and oversight of assigned projects or workstreams.
• Apply Agile or hybrid delivery practices to support effective planning, prioritization, execution, and transparency.
• Coordinate across technical teams, customers, leadership, and support personnel to drive project success.
• Monitor scope, schedule, risks, dependencies, and performance.
• Support issue resolution, escalation management, and cross-functional alignment.
• Prepare or oversee status reporting, executive briefings, and project documentation.
• Promote disciplined delivery practices, collaboration, and continuous improvement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior