Mobile Aviation Program Manager Jobs in Reston, VA

Responsibilities

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Business, National Airspace, and Technical Computing Services (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.

Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. Peraton is seeking a highly skilled Subcontracts Senior Program Manager to oversee subcontract performance, compliance, and cost management across multiple Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) programs. In this leadership role, you will manage a portfolio of subcontractors providing mission-critical products and services that support the FAA's National Airspace System (NAS) modernization initiatives. The Subcontracts Program Manager will serve as the primary interface between subcontracting teams, program management, and FAA leadership-ensuring all subcontract efforts meet technical, schedule, and financial objectives while maintaining compliance with FAA Acquisition Management System (AMS) and federal contracting standards.

In this position, you will:

• Lead all aspects of subcontract program management, including planning, design, integration, test, execution, performance tracking, financial oversight, compliance assurance, and delivery of complex technical projects while ensuring alignment with business goals and cross-functional collaboration.
• Serve as the primary liaison between subcontract management, procurement, finance, and program leadership teams.
• Oversee subcontractor performance across defined technical scope, cost, schedule, quality, and risk metrics.
• Provide guidance on technical decisions, system architecture and process improvements to optimize team productivity.
• Support the development, negotiation, and execution of subcontract agreements in alignment with FAA and corporate requirements.
• Implement risk management frameworks to identify, assess, and mitigate subcontractor performance risks.
• Drive accountability for on-time delivery, cost efficiency, and contractual compliance.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and satisfy both company and FAA requirements. 
• Manage the integration of subcontract deliverables into overall FAA program objectives. 
• Support proposal development, cost analysis, and resource planning for new subcontract efforts.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level reports and performance reviews to FAA and internal leadership.
• Ensure all subcontract activities comply with FAA AMS, FAR, DFARS, and company policies.
• Promote continuous improvement through process optimization, supplier development, and performance innovation.
• Ability to oversee audit-ready documentation, performance reports, and compliance records.
• Proven ability to drive supplier accountability and corrective action on performance deviations.

Why This Role Matters

The FAA is the cornerstone of aviation safety and innovation. As a Subcontracts Program Manager, your leadership will directly influence program success by ensuring suppliers and subcontractors perform at the highest standards of quality, integrity, and affordability. You will play a key role in aligning business objectives with subcontract performance to ensure the FAA's modernization goals are achieved on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance. 
• Bachelors degree in a technical discipline and 12 years of experience or Master's degree and 10 years' experience.
• 16+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 
• Experience in subcontract program management, program control, or government contracting.
• Experience managing subcontract teams or portfolios within large-scale federal programs.
• Proven knowledge of FAR, and DFARS acquisition policies and compliance frameworks.
• Strong background in supplier management, subcontract negotiation, and cost analysis.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams across engineering, contracts, finance, and program execution.
• Experience managing complex, multi-subcontractor technical portfolios supporting aviation, defense, or infrastructure programs.
• Strong financial management skills, including budget forecasting and cost performance tracking.
• Familiarity with fixed-price, cost-plus, and time & materials subcontract structures.
• Demonstrated expertise in risk identification, mitigation, and issue resolution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.
• Familiarity with the FAA Acquisition Management System (AMS).
• Experience supporting FAA, DOT, or other federal procurement offices.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CPCM (Certified Professional Contracts Manager), or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management).
• Experience supporting FAA NextGen modernization or other major aviation infrastructure programs.
• Ability to lead teams, facilitate collaboration and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of software development, system integration, field deployment, cloud architecture and emerging technologies.
• Knowledge of ERP and procurement systems (Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
• Background in supplier performance optimization, subcontract portfolio analysis, or strategic sourcing.
• Experience managing subcontract transitions, consolidations, and compliance audits.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Employment Type: FULL_TIME