🚀 Supply Chain, Manager

About Peraton

Peraton is a next‑generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and 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.

Program Overview

We support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) through the Business, National Airspace, and Technical Computing Services (BNATCS) contract, advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS). The role is critical to ensuring federal aviation infrastructure remains safe and connected.

About the Role

Supply Chain Manager – oversee procurement operations, supplier strategy, and material flow for key FAA programs. Lead the end‑to‑end supply chain lifecycle, ensuring delivery of materials, equipment, and services efficiently, cost‑effectively, and in compliance with FAA Acquisition Management System (AMS) and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of the supply chain lifecycle, including sourcing, procurement, logistics, and supplier management.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with FAA mission priorities and cost objectives.
• Manage a team of supply chain professionals to ensure efficiency, compliance, and accountability.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure all procurement and logistics activities comply with FAA AMS, FAR, and DFARS requirements.
• Oversee supplier performance evaluations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Contracts, and Finance to ensure alignment with project deliverables.
• Manage inventory, distribution, and material readiness for multiple FAA program sites.
• Lead risk management efforts to identify and mitigate supply disruptions, delays, and compliance risks.
• Prepare reports, briefings, and documentation for executive and federal oversight review.
• Prepare audit‑ready documentation for federal review and compliance.

Why This Role Matters

The FAA’s mission to modernize and maintain the NAS relies on seamless coordination of suppliers, subcontractors, and logistics operations. As a Supply Chain Manager, you ensure materials and services are delivered on time and to specification, supporting system reliability, aviation safety, and program success.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• 10 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or logistics management.
• Strong knowledge of FAA AMS, FAR, DFARS, and federal procurement policies.
• Proven ability to manage multi‑million‑dollar supply chain operations in government contracting.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with focus on performance and cost control.
• Proficiency with ERP and procurement systems (Deltek Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
• Experience in strategic sourcing, material forecasting, and supplier performance management.
• Ability to develop supply chain risk assessments and continuity plans.
• Familiarity with contract types (FFP, CPFF, T&M) and their impact on supply chain execution.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, transportation logistics, and warehouse operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.
• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Operations Management.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, PMP, or CSCP.
• Experience supporting FAA NextGen or other federal aviation modernization initiatives.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma, logistics automation, or digital supply chain tools.
• Background in supplier development, cost modeling, and logistics optimization.
• Experience managing supply chains across multiple geographically dispersed sites.

Compensation

Target Salary Range: $104,000 – $166,000. Salary is determined by scope and responsibilities of the position, individual experience, education, skills, and geographic location. Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses may be available.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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