Head of Programme Management

About Peraton 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. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. About The Role Peraton Labs is seeking an authoritative subject matter expert on program management practices, earned value management, and commercial and defense acquisition processes. This role bridges the gap between engineering teams and the program management domain, defining the analytical models, data schemas, and business rules that drive program management capabilities within an advanced analytical platform.
Define data models and ontologies for cost, schedule, risk, and earned value management (EVM) data
Establish the "ground truth" schemas for structured program data: IMS baselines, cost performance reports, EVM metrics (CPI, SPI, TCPI, EAC, VAC), and IPMDAR formats
Define the rules and heuristics for non-traditional analysis: what signals in unstructured data (meeting notes, emails, briefings) indicate true program health vs. what the structured data reports
Validate analytical outputs from cost/schedule, risk, and data fusion engineers against real-world program management standards
Serve as the primary requirements source for all PM-related engineering work
Minimum of 8+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 6+ YoE with a Master\u2019s degree, or 3+ YoE with a PhD in Engineering, Business, or related field
Experience in commercial or defense program management, earned value management, or acquisition oversight
Experience with Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and cost performance reporting
Familiarity with IPMDAR/IPMR reporting formats and data elements
Understanding of risk management frameworks (DoD Risk, Issue, and Opportunity Management Guide)
ability to work effectively with software engineers
US Citizenship with the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance
PMP or DAWIA Program Management certification
Experience with DCMA surveillance or program oversight roles
Familiarity with data analytics tools and concepts (SQL, Python basics, BI dashboards)
Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM) or Earned Value Analyst
Master's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field is preferred
Details Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. 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.
Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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