Network Installer - TELECOM Central

Peraton
Cleveland, OH
Category Operations
Remote
Job Description
Role Overview

As a Network Installer at Peraton, you'll play a key part in maintaining and enhancing the network infrastructure behind mission-critical aviation systems. You'll ensure the reliability, performance, and security of IP-based networks that support air traffic operations, gaining valuable experience in federal programs while contributing to highly visible national initiatives.

What You Will Do

Your responsibilities will include ensuring the uptime, performance, and security of FAA network infrastructure, installing and configuring routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems, and supporting SD-WAN solutions across distributed environments.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role directly supports the systems that enable safe and efficient air travel for millions of passengers every day. By ensuring network reliability and rapidly resolving issues, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the communications and technologies that keep aircraft moving safely across the nation's airspace.

Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience (or equivalent combination: Master's 6+, Associate's 10+, HS diploma 12+)
  • Proven experience managing and supporting enterprise network environments
  • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or similar networking technologies
  • Experience with TDM-to-IP migrations and modern IP-based networking
  • Solid understanding of SD-WAN, fiber optics, and wireless LAN/WAN technologies
  • Familiarity with firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios)
  • Ability to read and interpret network diagrams and schematics
  • Experience with fiber testing tools (e.g., OTDR)
  • Demonstrated leadership and team collaboration skills

Benefits

  • Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000
  • Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus in addition to base pay
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