Data Management Advisor

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.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Data Management Advisor to support the the BNATC Program, overseeing data management and program execution across 53 sites nationwide.

This role is critical to ensuring operational excellence, regulatory alignment, data integrity, and superior client engagement within a complex federal environment. The ideal candidate brings strong business acumen, and the ability to lead data-driven decision-making while strengthening client relationships.

Location: This is an on-site position in Herndon, VA.

Program & Data Management Leadership
Lead data management efforts supporting operations. Track and monitor all program and vendor deliverables, ensuring compliance with FAA requirements and contractual obligations. Provide accurate data input, integration, and reporting to support executive visibility, performance tracking, and decision-making.

Develop and implement mechanisms for monitoring project progress, identifying risks, and enabling proactive intervention. Ensure high standards of data integrity, reporting accuracy, and operational transparency.

Operational Oversight & Execution
Oversee the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serve as the primary liaison between project management, planning teams, line management, vendors, and FAA stakeholders. Review project status, manage schedules, oversee deliverables, and prepare comprehensive status reports.

Assess project challenges and develop effective resolutions to meet productivity, quality, compliance, and client satisfaction objectives. Ensure projects are delivered on time or ahead of schedule, within budget, and aligned with FAA expectations and performance standards.

Client Engagement & Business Growth
Develop and maintain strong relationships with FAA stakeholders, partners, and internal leadership. Build a deep understanding of client mission priorities and position yourself as a trusted advisor and strategic partner.

Support business initiatives and growth efforts within the BNATC Program, identifying opportunities beyond the current scope of work. Participate in relevant pre-sales activities, project qualification, requirements analysis, presentations, and proposal development. Communicate program performance metrics and business results to both client and corporate leadership.

Financial & Strategic Accountability

Maintain P&L and revenue responsibility for assigned program areas as determined by leadership. Evaluate and assess new project opportunities based on scope, complexity, timeline, and participation level.

Participate in direct customer support as needed and engage in consultative discussions regarding project planning, services, and operational improvements.

Minimum Qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience, or a High School diploma or equivelant and 12 years of experience
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in program management, data management, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, large-scale, multi-site federal programs, including oversight of vendor deliverables and performance
• Proven experience developing and executing data management strategies, including data governance, integration, and reporting
• Hands-on experience with dashboard development and data visualization tools to support performance tracking and executive decision-making
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong, executive-level client relationships within a federal or highly regulated environment
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence diverse stakeholders
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering data-driven outcomes

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field
• PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, or similar program/project management certification
• Experience supporting FAA programs or working within the National Airspace System (NAS) environment
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale, geographically dispersed programs (50+ sites) within a federal or regulated environment
• Advanced experience with data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to drive executive-level insights
• Strong familiarity with Integrated Master Scheduling (IMS) tools and methodologies (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6)
• Experience establishing or optimizing data governance frameworks, data quality standards, and reporting automation
• Experience supporting business development activities, including capture support, proposal writing, and client presentations
• Strong understanding of vendor management, subcontractor oversight, and performance tracking

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