Senior Director

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 an exceptional Senior Director to shape the strategy and execution of acquisitions, contracts, and supply chain operations across a high-impact federal aviation program. You’ll drive contract strategy, supplier performance, and risk management while influencing C-suite decisions and building strong relationships with federal and industry partners.

 

In this position, you will:

• Lead contract strategy development and execution to meet program objectives.

• Oversee pre-award and post-award processes including proposals, negotiations, and modifications.

• Provide technical guidance to contract and supply chain teams, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to drive cost savings and efficiency.

• Build strong supplier relationships, monitor performance, and resolve disputes.

• Collaborate across functional teams and represent Peraton with clients, partners, and government stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with federal acquisition laws, regulations, and trade policies.

• Identify and mitigate contractual and supply chain risks while supporting business continuity.

• Manage the award lifecycle processes (proposals, negotiations, and modifications).

 

Why This Role Matters

 

The FAA’s National Airspace System supports millions of passengers and countless critical missions daily. Your leadership will optimize cost savings, supplier resilience, and regulatory compliance—directly influencing program success.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Contract Management, Law, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experienced director level with acquisitions, contracts, and supply chain operations.
• 16+ years in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management across multiple contract types.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, export controls, and risk management.
• Proven leadership collaborating with Contracts, Legal, Supply Chain, and Program teams, advising C-suite executives, and engaging with government stakeholders (COs, DCMA, DCAA).
• Proven ability to transition and consolidate federal prime and subcontracts under AMS/FAR/DFARS.
• In-depth knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, export controls, cybersecurity mandates, and supplier due diligence.
• Track record of identifying and mitigating risks, renegotiating terms, and ensuring compliance with pricing, CAS, and regulatory standards.
• Demonstrated success in aligning Contracts, Legal, Supply Chain, and Program teams, advising C-suite executives, and engaging with government stakeholders (e.g., COs, DCMA, DCAA).

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP certification.
• Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.
• Experience supporting portfolios $1B+ in revenue.

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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 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.

$146,000 - $234,000. 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.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.