Subcontract Performance Management Analyst

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.

 

Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. Peraton is seeking a Subcontract Performance Management Analyst to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will monitor subcontract deliverables, evaluate compliance with contractual obligations, and provide data-driven insights to program management and leadership. This is your opportunity to influence one of the most important modernization efforts in U.S. aviation.

 

In this position, you will:

• Play a key role in ensuring subcontractors deliver on schedule, within scope, and to FAA standards, while supporting accountability and continuous improvement across the supply base.
• Monitor subcontractor performance against contract terms, milestones, SLAs, and KPIs.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret performance data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare performance scorecards, dashboards, and reports for FAA leadership and program teams.
• Collaborate with Contracts, Procurement, and Program Management to resolve performance issues.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with FAA, federal, and contractual requirements.
• Participate in subcontractor reviews, audits, and performance evaluation meetings.
• Support development of corrective action plans (CAPs) for underperforming subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate records, metrics, and documentation to support contract compliance.
• Contribute to subcontractor selection, evaluation, and risk assessments.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements in subcontract performance management.
• Experience supportingsubcontractor audits, reviews, or performance evaluations.
• Experience preparing audit-ready performance documentation.
• Ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, subcontractors, and leadership stakeholders.

Why This Role Matters

 

The FAA’s National Airspace System is the backbone of U.S. air travel, enabling millions of passengers, cargo deliveries, and critical missions every day. As a Subcontract Performance Management Analyst, you will help ensure these subcontractors perform to expectations, enabling the FAA to maintain safety, efficiency, and reliability.

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 Associate’s degree and 10 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years experience. 

• Experience in subcontract management and performance analysis.

• Strong knowledge of contract compliance and performance evaluation methodologies.

• Proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Tableau, Power BI).

• Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations (FAR) requirements.

• Experience with ERP or contract management systems.
• Knowledge of risk management principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.
• Familiarity with FAA systems, air traffic control environments, or federal modernization programs.

• Background in aviation, aerospace, or other mission-critical subcontractor performance environments.

• Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline.

• Professional certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), PMP, or CPCM (Certified Professional Contracts Manager).

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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.

$80,000 - $128,000. 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.