Air Traffic Training Small and Medium Enterprise at Peraton Corporation: 100% Remote (US)

Title: Air Traffic Training SME (Part Time / On Call)

Location: US

Requisition ID

2026-172036

Position Category

Customer Service

Clearance

Public Trust

Responsibilities

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.

Do you want to play a critical role in shaping the future of America’s skies? As the Air Traffic Training SME you’ll design, deliver, and oversee innovative training programs that keep our National Airspace System (NAS) safe, efficient, and ready for the challenges of tomorrow. This is more than just a training role—it’s a leadership opportunity to influence how the next generation of air traffic professionals are prepared. You’ll bring together your expertise in instructional design, FAA air traffic control procedures, and large-scale training program management to ensure personnel perform at their highest level. This role is ideal for a training professional ready to step into leadership, expand their influence, and contribute to one of the most mission-critical systems in the country.

Work Location:

  • This is an Part-Time / On-Call role.
  • Remote work is permitted; candidates must reside within the contiguous United States.
  • Must be able to travel 50% of the time to support deployments at CONUS and potentially OCONUS locations.

In this position, you will:

  • Develop, deliver, and evaluate comprehensive air traffic and technical training programs supporting NAS modernization.
  • Translate complex FAA operational procedures, system requirements, and technical information into clear, engaging training.
  • Develop or maintain instructor-led training, virtual learning, simulations, exercises, job aids, and performance-based assessments.
  • Deliver classroom, virtual, and hands-on instruction to operational and technical personnel.
  • Partner with FAA SMEs, engineers, system integrators, instructors, and program teams to ensure training accurately reflects system functionality and operational procedures.
  • Maintain training materials, curricula, schedules, qualification records, and other required training documentation.
  • Provide subject matter expertise regarding FAA air traffic operations, procedures, and NAS environments.
  • Identify training risks, gaps, and readiness concerns and work with program leadership to develop mitigation strategies.
  • Maintain accurate training records and drive continuous program improvements.

Why This Role Matters

Every flight depends on well-prepared air traffic professionals. By leading training programs at this scale, you’ll directly impact national aviation safety and efficiency while shaping the careers of those who manage our skies. As an Air Traffic Training SME, you'll help bridge the gap between new technology and operational readiness, ensuring personnel have the knowledge and practical skills needed to support the continued safety, efficiency, and reliability of America's airspace.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • U.S. Citizenship Required.
  • Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
  • Bachelors degree and 12 years’ relevant experience or Masters degree with 10 years experience or Associates degree with 14 years of experience or HS diploma with 16 years experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in air traffic training, instructional design, technical training, training development, and/or training program execution.
  • Strong working knowledge of FAA air traffic control operations, procedures, and terminology.
  • Experience developing training materials, lesson plans, presentations, exercises, simulations, job aids, and/or performance assessments.
  • Experience delivering instructor-led, virtual, and/or hands-on training.
  • Strong facilitation, presentation, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability and willingness to travel 50% in support of program requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.
  • Experience with FAA systems, federal modernization efforts, or mission-critical environments.
  • Previous experience as an Air Traffic Controller, FAA instructor, training specialist, or air traffic operations SME.
  • Experience developing training for air traffic management, automation, surveillance, communications, navigation, information display, or other NAS-related systems.
  • Experience conducting training needs assessments, gap analyses, curriculum development, and training effectiveness evaluations.
  • Experience developing or delivering simulation-based and scenario-based training.
  • Experience supporting large-scale federal technology modernization or mission-critical system deployments.
  • Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital training technologies.
  • Ability to translate complex operational and technical concepts into training that is clear and understandable to diverse audiences.
  • Professional certifications or formal education in instructional design, adult learning, training development, or related discipline.

Peraton Overview

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.

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. 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

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

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