Telecommunications Workstream Product Owner

Join Peraton in advancing the safety efficiency and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAAs 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 nations skies safe and connected.

Were 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 worlds most vital transportation infrastructures working alongside leaders in aviation engineering data science and systems integration.

At Peraton you wont just support the mission youll define it.

Help shape the future of U.S. airspace safety and efficiency. We are seeking aTelecommunications Workstream Product Owner to join our team of qualified diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will lead the strategy prioritization and delivery of FAA telecommunications modernization this role you will serve as the primary liaison between FAA stakeholders technical teams and Agile delivery groups ensuring that telecommunications systems including voice data fiber and IP-based networks are modernized to meet FAAs mission requirements. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth experience in federal contracting while supporting high-visibility aviation programs.

In this position you will:

• Own the product backlog define features and user stories and ensure that every delivery cycle advances FAAs ability to maintainsafe resilient and future-ready communications.
• Ability to define and trackkey performance indicators (KPIs) and value metrics.
• Serve as theProduct Ownerfor FAA telecommunications workstream modernization initiatives.
• Define and manage theproduct vision roadmap and backlogfor telecommunications systems.
• Translate FAA mission and stakeholder requirements intoclear features epics and user stories.
• Leadbacklog refinement sprint planning and release prioritizationwith Agile teams.
• Collaborate with engineers safety leads and cybersecurity specialists to ensuredesign compliance with FAA and federal standards.
• Ensure successful integration ofvoice data and IP-based systemswith NAS infrastructure.
• Overseetesting validation and acceptanceof telecommunications solutions.
• Provideprogress reports KPIs and performance metricsto FAA leadership.
• Identify and managerisks dependencies and trade-offsacross modernization workstreams.
• Act as thevoice of FAA stakeholders balancing operational safety and technical priorities.

Why This Role Matters

The FAA is the cornerstone of aviation safety and the Telecommunications Workstream Product Owner you will ensure modernization efforts are aligned with FAA priorities safety standards and mission objectives. Your leadership will directly impact the FAAs ability to manage airspace safely connect critical systems and support the traveling public with resilient communications infrastructure.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelors degree and 12 years of experience; or Masters degree and 10 years; or Associates degree and 14 years experience; or HS diploma/equivalent and 16 years experience.
• Experience in product ownership systems engineering or telecommunications program management.
• Demonstrated experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum SAFe or equivalent).
• Strong background in telecommunications systems (voice fiber data and IP-based infrastructure).
• Strong understanding of system interoperability resiliency and modernization challenges.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity withFAA Safety Management System (SMS)principles and compliance requirements.

• Knowledge ofFAA acquisition processes and AMS standards.

• Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.

• Certifications such asCertified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) SAFe POPM or PMP.

• Experience supportingFAA NextGen modernization programsor telecommunications infrastructure initiatives.

• Familiarity withinternational telecommunications and aviation standards (ITU-T ICAO).

• Background infederal cybersecurity frameworks (Zero Trust NIST RMF FedRAMP)as applied to telecommunications.

• Experience contributing tofederal policy advisory boards or industry working groups.

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