Network Installer - TELECOM Central

Peraton
Elgin, IL
Category Operations
Remote
Job Description
Role Overview

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) program. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, we deliver the cutting-edge systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe, secure, and seamlessly connected. In this role, you’ll play a key part in maintaining and enhancing the network infrastructure behind mission-critical aviation systems.

What You Will Do

Ensure the uptime, performance, and security of FAA network infrastructure, install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems, support SD-WAN solutions across distributed environments, and perform fiber testing using OTDR and certification tools.

Why It Might Be a Fit

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 a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay
  • Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law
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