Incident Investigation & Reporting Manager

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) BNATCS contract. As a trusted partner to the FAA, Peraton delivers the critical systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe and connected.

 

We are seeking a Mission Safety – Incident Investigation & Reporting Manager who thrives in mission-critical environments and is passionate about ensuring aviation safety and operational excellence. In this role, you will lead efforts to manage incident investigations, reporting processes, and safety performance initiatives that strengthen the integrity of the National Airspace System.

 

At Peraton, you won’t just support the mission — you’ll define it. 

 

Responsibilities:

• Execute strategic safety and operational plans in support of FAA mission objectives.

• Manage the investigation and reporting of operational incidents, ensuring timely documentation, analysis, and corrective actions.

• Lead cross-functional teams to identify root causes, develop preventive measures, and implement safety improvements aligned with FAA standards.

• Support business initiatives and collaborate with new and existing customers to create opportunities for enhancing mission safety and performance.

• Maintain accountability for P/L and revenue within the assigned area or function, as determined by management.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key FAA stakeholders, partners, and internal leadership to advance shared safety goals.

• Cultivate a deep understanding of client operational needs and position Peraton as a trusted decision-making partner.

• Identify and pursue opportunities beyond the scope of current engagements to expand mission support and service offerings.

• Lead client engagement activities, including pre-sales efforts, project qualification, requirement analysis, and proposal presentations.

• Direct delivery of assigned projects, ensuring timely completion, budget compliance, and customer satisfaction that exceeds expectations.

• Report project and incident investigation metrics, trends, and performance indicators to FAA and Peraton leadership.

• Evaluate and assess new projects based on complexity, participation level, and operational impact.

• Select and manage project leaders and investigation team members, ensuring appropriate expertise and resource alignment.

• Engage directly with customers to assess satisfaction levels and ensure service excellence.

• Participate in direct mission support and customer consultation as necessary, discussing project planning, safety issues, and incident response strategies.

• Promote and deliver consulting services related to safety management, incident investigation, and operational performance improvement.

Qualifications:

• Education & Experience:

  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA), or

  • Minimum of 6 years with a Master’s degree (MS/MA), or

  • Minimum of 3 years with a Doctorate (Ph.D.).

• Required Skills:

  • Experience leading safety or incident investigation programs in aviation, aerospace, or other mission-critical environments.

  • Strong understanding of FAA operational standards, incident reporting protocols, and safety management systems.

  • Proven leadership ability managing multidisciplinary teams in complex technical environments.

  • Demonstrated P/L or operational accountability within a program or business area.

  • Excellent analytical, communication, and relationship management skills.

  • Ability to synthesize complex information and present actionable insights to executive and client leadership.

  • US Citizenship with ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust Clearance

• Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with FAA systems, NAS operations, or safety data analytics.

  • Certification or training in incident investigation, safety management systems (SMS), or root cause analysis methodologies.

  • Prior experience in federal contracting or aviation-related technical operations.

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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.