Facilities Workstream Safety Lead

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA’s 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 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.

 

Help shape the future of U.S. airspace safety and efficiency. We are seeking a Facilities Workstream Safety Lead to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will oversee and enforce safety standards across FAA facility design, construction, and modernization projects. In this role, you will provide technical safety leadership, compliance oversight, and risk management, ensuring that all facility-related activities including power, HVAC, cabling, and physical infrastructure are conducted in accordance with FAA standards and federal safety regulations. 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 oversight for all facilities-related workstreams, including construction, installation, and upgrades.

• Ensure compliance with FAA standards, OSHA regulations, and federal safety management requirements.

• Develop, implement, and monitor safety risk management plans, hazard identification, and mitigation strategies.

• Conduct and oversee safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.

• Collaborate with engineering teams, contractors, and subcontractors to embed safety requirements into facility designs and plans.

• Provide safety expertise during requirements reviews, design reviews, and readiness assessments.

• Prepare and maintain safety documentation, risk registers, and compliance reports.

• Ensure all projects adhere to Safety Management System (SMS) principles and FAA safety guidelines.

• Deliver training and mentoring to project staff and subcontractors on safety practices and standards.

• Report safety performance, risks, and recommendations to FAA leadership and program managers.

• Lead safety programs for large-scale facility or infrastructure projects.
• Conducting safety risk assessments, hazard analyses, and compliance audits.
• Oversee and manage contractor and subcontractor safety performance.
• Manage multiple concurrent safety initiatives across geographically distributed sites.
• Ensure audit readiness and support external safety reviews.
• Collaborate with program managers, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure that safety is integrated into every phase of FAA facilities projects.

Why This Role Matters

 

The FAA is the cornerstone of aviation safety and innovation. As a Facilities Workstream Safety Lead, you will ensure that facility upgrades and infrastructure deployments are performed without compromising safety, compliance, or reliability. Your expertise will directly protect workers, safeguard FAA operations, and ensure the resilience of mission-critical infrastructure that millions of travelers depend on daily.

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience or Masters degree and 6 years or or Associate’s degree and 10 years’ experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years experience.  
• Experience in facilities safety management, construction safety, or systems safety roles.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and federal safety regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports and brief leadership.
• Experience working in federal or highly regulated safety environments.
• Strong background in safety management systems (SMS) and continuous improvement practices.
• Knowledge of facility systems including power, HVAC, cabling, and physical infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.

• Advanced degree in Safety Engineering, Occupational Health, or related discipline.

• Professional certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician), or CSME (Certified Safety Management Expert).

• Experience managing safety programs for FAA, DOT, DHS, or other federal infrastructure projects.

• Familiarity with FAA NextGen modernization programs and facilities safety dependencies.

• Background in green building, LEED standards, and sustainable construction practices.

• Experience developing or contributing to federal safety standards or industry best practices.

• Familiarity with FAA standards for facility safety and infrastructure compliance.

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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.

$104,000 - $166,000. 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.