[Hiring] Systems Integration Engineer @Peraton

Role Description

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.

Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. Peraton is seeking a Remote Systems Integration Engineer - SME to join our team and help shape the future of U.S. airspace operations. In this pivotal role, you will ensure that FAA National Airspace Systems are upgraded in a timely manner.

Work Location: Remote work is permitted; candidates must reside within the United States. Must be able to travel up to 90% of the time to support deployments at CONUS and potentially OCONUS locations.

Your Impact:

• Examine FAA facilities, make plans to prepare them for new equipment, and install new hardware systems.
• Install or oversee the installation of new equipment, activation, and hand off to FAA personnel.
• Review and analyze site survey data to validate site conditions and develop Site Specific Implementation Plans (SSIP).
• Track project tasks and milestone status across multiple sites, ensuring activities are coordinated and risks are clearly communicated.
• Collaborate with vendors and the FAA to ensure end-to-end site completion.
• Conduct discussions with facilities on equipment placement as required.
• Perform Operational Risk Management (ORM) as directed by the FAA.
• Coordinate with vendors on ORM plans.
• Provide on-site engineering and installation support.
• Perform site hardware installation activities in accordance with the Site-Specific Implementation Plan.
• Perform site software installations in accordance with FAA policies, standards, orders, and other applicable codes/regulations.
• Perform infrastructure and installation checkout.
• Perform site functionality test including network and interface connectivity as defined by the FAA.
• Conduct configuration management activities such as switch configurations, swap, local position set-ups, software versions.
• Conduct Joint Acceptance Inspections (JAI).
• Support disposition of property.
• Comply with all FAA facility requirements (security, workspace availability) and professionally manage all site staff relationships.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree and 12 years’ experience or Master’s degree and 10 years’ experience or Associate’s degree and 14 years’ experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 16 years’ experience.
• 7 years of hardware and software deployment/installation experience.
• Redhat Linux experience.
• Knowledge of fiber optic and copper cabling standards (single-mode, multi-mode, CAT6).
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Must be able to travel at least 90% of the time on deployments for both CONUS and potentially OCONUS locations.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in confined spaces (server closets, raised floors).
• Proven ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Requirements

• Familiarity with National Airspace System (NAS) architecture and modernization initiatives (e.g., NextGen).
• Experience supporting FAA, DOT, or other aviation or transportation programs.
• CompTIA Security+, Network+, or similar technical certification.
• Proficiency creating network diagrams and rack elevations using tools such as Visio and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of power requirements (NEMA plugs, UPS sizing, BTU calculations).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Short/long term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Parental leave.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation.
• Company paid holidays.