Facilities Program Director

We are seeking a knowledgeable and mission-driven Facilities Program Director to help lead the facilities strategy, modernization, and operational readiness for the Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) program. This Director role will lead the planning, integration, and sustainment of facility infrastructure across the National Airspace System (NAS) to ensure safe, secure, resilient, and scalable environments that support next-generation air traffic operations, with our trusted partners in the workstream.This role is critical in architecting and delivering facility solutions that enable continuous 24/7 operations across Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCCs), Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) facilities, airport towers, and associated communication sites nationwide.Duties to include, but not be limited to:Lead the facilities workstream on behalf of Peraton for BNATCS, partnered with our CBRE Facilities Workstream lead/key personnel, who oversees infrastructure modernization, site readiness, and environmental system integration across the NASIn partnership with CBRE, coordinates with FAA technical teams, facility managers, engineering services, and vendors to manage site assessments, upgrades, and new installationsEnsure facilities properly support voice, automation, surveillance, telecom, and cybersecurity systems, including power, HVAC, cooling, grounding, fire suppression, and physical securityEstablish and enforce standards for redundancy, resiliency, and continuity of operations (COOP) to maintain 24/7 mission-critical availabilityOversee facility readiness for system deployments, ensuring alignment between infrastructure upgrades and technology cutoversFacilitate CBRE-led development and review of facility design packages, site implementation plans, environmental control strategies, and commissioning documentationSupport Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), Operational Readiness Reviews (ORRs), and live operational transitionsIdentify and mitigate risks related to power capacity, cooling loads, structural limitations, environmental controls, or geographic constraintsEnsure compliance with FAA facility standards, safety regulations, environmental requirements, and federal infrastructure mandatesCoordinate closely with engineering, voice, telecom, surveillance, automation, Alaska and cybersecurity leads to ensure seamless end-to-end system performanceOversee lifecycle management of facility assets including backup power systems, UPS, generators, electrical distribution, and mechanical systemsManage geographically distributed site deployment teams and contractors supporting national facility modernization effortsValidate service level performance for facility uptime, energy efficiency, redundancy, and operational resilienceEnsure facilities meet federal energy, sustainability, and resilience goalsParticipate in system-level design reviews, Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), milestone reviews, and executive-level readiness briefingsCollaborate with President, EVP, Portfolio and Solutions Director, subcontractors, and FAA stakeholders to ensure delivery aligns with program objectives, cost, schedule, and risk controlsEstablish continuous feedback loops to improve facility design standards and evaluate emerging infrastructure technologies to future-proof BNATCS facilitiesChampion a culture of accountability, systems thinking, safety, and mission focus across the facilities domainServe as the P&L lead for the Facilities WorkstreamProvide direct oversight of the CBRE subcontracts, including crafting SOWs, monitoring performance, etcBasic Qualifications:U.S. Citizenship RequiredMust have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearanceBachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science OR 5+ additional years of experience 16 years of experience in program management for mission-critical applications, infrastructure engineering, cyber or aviation-related modernizationITIL experienceLean Six Sigma Or Agile expertise (Experience working within Agile program structures and participating in sprint reviews, technical reviews, and integrated product teams)Cyber Threat Hunting, Vulnerability Assessment and Management P&L experience/understandingExperience supporting 24/7 operational environments with strict uptime requirementsExperience working government proposalStrong understanding of physical security, access control, and environmental monitoring systemsWorking knowledge of lifecycle asset management and sustainment planningDeep technical fluency to engage engineers, architects, construction managers, facility operators, and IT specialistsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership capabilitiesOutstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skillsPreferred QualificationsProject Management Professional (PMP) certificationCertified Facility Manager (CFM) or equivalent credentialExperience with FAA facility architecture and contingency planningKnowledge of federal sustainability and resilience standards (e.g., energy optimization, hardened infrastructure design)Experience supporting FAA facilities including ARTCC, TRACON, tower, or communications sitesBasic knowledge in power systems (utility feeds, generators, UPS), HVAC systems, and environmental control systems supporting high-availability environmentsProven experience managing upgrades or modernization efforts in regulated or federal environmentsUnderstanding of redundancy design (N+1, 2N), failover planning, and infrastructure resilienceExperience integrating facility infrastructure with telecommunications, automation, and IT systemsKnowledge of building codes, electrical standards, safety compliance, and federal facility requirementsFamiliarity with facility commissioning, acceptance testing, and turnover processesExperience coordinating geographically distributed site upgrades and infrastructure deployments#BNATCPeraton 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.

Created: 2026-02-18