Peraton · 1 day ago
Enterprise Architect (SME)
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$112K/yr - $179K/yr
10+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking an Enterprise Architect (SME) to lead the design, integration, and oversight of enterprise architecture frameworks supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), ensuring alignment with agency objectives and compliance with federal standards.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the development and governance of enterprise architecture frameworks to support FAA mission and modernization programs
Ensure alignment of FAA enterprise architecture with federal standards, industry best practices, and agency strategic objectives
Provide technical leadership and advisory support to FAA executives, program managers, and engineering teams
Design and maintain roadmaps for enterprise integration, ensuring interoperability and eliminating redundancy across systems
Collaborate with cybersecurity, network, and system architects to ensure secure, resilient, and scalable solutions
Conduct trade studies, gap analyses, and architecture evaluations to support decision-making
Oversee architecture governance processes, ensuring compliance with FAA standards and technical consistency
Develop and present executive-level briefings, reports, and recommendations on enterprise architecture strategies
Provide mentorship and guidance to technical staff, building FAA's enterprise architecture expertise
Stay current with emerging technologies and trends (cloud, AI/ML, Zero Trust, 5G, edge computing) to inform FAA strategy
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizenship Required
Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance
Bachelor's degree and 12 years of experience or Masters degree and 10 years or Associate's degree and 14 years' experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 16 years experience
Deep understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, DoDAF, FEAF, Zachman)
Proven experience leading architecture initiatives for federal agencies or large-scale system modernization programs
Expertise in designing architectures for cloud, data, applications, and infrastructure at enterprise scale
Demonstrated experience in architecture governance and lifecycle management
Hands-on knowledge of cloud migration, hybrid architectures, and containerized applications
Knowledge of cybersecurity integration into enterprise design, including Zero Trust models
Preferred
Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience
Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field
Professional certifications such as TOGAF, Zachman, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or CISSP-ISSAP
Direct experience supporting FAA, DOT, or DHS enterprise IT modernization programs
Familiarity with NIST enterprise architecture standards and federal enterprise initiatives
Published thought leadership or contributions to industry standards in enterprise architecture
Experience with emerging aviation technologies (UAS integration, satellite navigation, AI-driven systems)
Familiarity with FAA systems, NextGen initiatives, or National Airspace System modernization
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Health savings account
Short/long term disability
EAP
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company paid holidays
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
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2025-09-25
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