Voice Communication Workstream Product Owner

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.

 

Peraton is seeking a Voice Communications Workstream Product Owner.  In this role, you will lead the strategy, development, and lifecycle management of voice communication systems that form the operational backbone of the FAA’s next-generation air traffic control infrastructure. This role combines product leadership, market awareness, and technical coordination to ensure reliable, secure, and innovative communications for the National Airspace System.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the product owner for FAA voice communication systems, overseeing the full lifecycle from concept through deployment and sustainment.

• Define and execute product strategies that align with FAA modernization objectives, program milestones, and stakeholder needs.

• Conduct market research, feasibility analyses, and opportunity assessments to guide new product initiatives and system enhancements.

• Translate FAA operational and technical requirements into actionable product roadmaps, specifications, and feature sets.

• Manage product performance, positioning, and competitive analysis to maintain market leadership and technological relevance.

• Lead cross-functional collaboration with engineering, program management, systems integration, and user experience teams to ensure successful delivery.

• Develop and manage product budgets, business plans, and performance metrics to achieve financial and mission goals.

• Drive cost reduction and margin optimization through continuous improvement and strategic sourcing.

• Support marketing and communications efforts including presentations, demonstrations, trade shows, and technical symposia.

• Provide sales and capture teams with product strategy, competitive intelligence, and feature/benefit materials.

• Conduct product training sessions and serve as a subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders.

• Represent Peraton in FAA product and program reviews, providing insight into roadmap progress, risks, and opportunities.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D.

• 8–12 years of experience in product management, systems engineering, or telecommunications within a federal or aviation environment.

• Proven experience managing complex, mission-critical communication systems or related technology portfolios.

• Strong understanding of air traffic management systems, FAA voice networks, or similar operational communication architectures.

• Demonstrated success in developing and executing product roadmaps that align with customer mission and business objectives.

• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in a highly regulated, performance-driven environment.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with FAA programs (BNATCS, NextGen, TechOps) or other aviation communication systems.

• Product Management Professional (PMP, AIPMM, or SAFe Product Owner) certification.

• Familiarity with FAA enterprise systems, acquisition frameworks, and NAS voice modernization initiatives.

• Background in digital voice, IP-based communication technologies, or system integration within safety-critical environments.

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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.

$135,000 - $216,000. 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.