Alaska Workstream Safety Lead

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 a Alaska Workstream Safety Lead to join our team of qualified diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will lead hazard analysis risk mitigation compliance reviews and assurance activities to ensure that projects deployed in Alaska maintain the highest levels of safety resilience and regulatory compliance. 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:

• Lead safety risk management for Alaska-specific FAA workstreams identifying assessing and mitigating hazards.

• Oversee safety analyses (e.g. FMEA FTA) safety cases and hazard logs for projects in Alaska.

• partner with engineers local operators program teams and FAA leadership to embed safety into every phasefrom design through deployment and sustainment.

• Integrate safety requirements into system design modernization and deployment plans for remote and harsh environments.

• Perform safety reviews audits inspections and incident investigations related to Alaska deployments.

• Conduct site safety readiness assessments verifying infrastructure environmental and operational constraints.

• Collaborate with program engineers field teams and contractors to ensure safety compliance in Alaska contexts.

• Prepare and maintain safety documentation risk registers safety briefings and audit-ready artifacts.

• Monitor and report safety performance metrics and trends; recommend corrective actions to leadership.

• Mentor field and regional staff in applying safety standards under Alaska-specific conditions.

• Experience preparing safety documentation for audit certification or compliance reviews.
• Ability to assess the safety implications of environmental effects power cabling infrastructure in Alaska contexts.
• Experience investigating incidents developing corrective action plans and reporting in distributed or remote settings.

Why This Role Matters

The FAA is the cornerstone of aviation safety and theAlaska Workstream Safety Lead you will ensure that modernization efforts do not compromise safety. Your oversight will protect lives operations and infrastructure in communities that often rely exclusively on air access. Youll support efforts like theDon Young Alaska Aviation Safety Initiative (DYAASI) which focuses on aviation safety improvements across Alaska.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelors degree and 8 years of experience or Masters degree and 6 years or or Associates degree and 10 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 14 years experience.

• Experience in system safety or safety leadership roles ideally in aviation or complex technical programs.

• Strong expertise in safety analysis methodologies (FMEA FTA hazard logs root cause analysis).

• Experience managing safety in challenged environments (remote extreme weather harsh terrain).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to present safety briefings to leadership.

• Proven ability to manage contract/subcontractor safety deliverables and performance.

• Safety engineering construction or operations; hazard recognition; Certified Safety Professional; OSHA;

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.

• Familiarity with FAA safety policies Safety Management System (SMS) principles and federal safety standards.

• Masters degree in Safety Engineering Systems Engineering or related field.

• Professional certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) CSEP or aviation safety credentials.

• Previous experience with FAA Alaska region or remote aviation operations.

• Knowledge of DYAASI (Alaska aviation safety initiative) and FAAs Alaska safety priorities.

• Experience integrating safety with infrastructure modernization projects in harsh climates.

• Familiarity with federal compliance frameworks (NIST RMF) as they relate to safety of infrastructure.

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