Subcontract Program Management, Lead Associate

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

Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. Peraton is seeking a highly skilled Subcontracts Program Manager to oversee subcontract performance compliance and cost management across multiple Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) this leadership role you will manage a portfolio of subcontractors providing mission-critical products and services that support the FAAs National Airspace System (NAS) modernization initiatives. The Subcontracts Program Manager will serve as the primary interface between subcontracting teams program management and FAA leadershipensuring 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 performance tracking financial oversight and compliance assurance.

• Serve as the primary liaison between subcontract management procurement finance and program leadership teams.

• Oversee subcontractor performance across cost schedule quality and risk metrics.

• 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.

• 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 FAAs modernization goals are achieved on time and within budget.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelors degree and 5 years of experience or Masters degree and 3 years experience or a High School Diploma and 9 years of experience.

• 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 contracts finance and program execution.

• Experience managing complex multi-subcontractor 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.

• 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.

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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 worlds 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 cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.