Aviation Facilities Engineer – NAS Modernization (Part-Time)

Peraton; United States; On-site; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Peraton in Herndon, VA is seeking a Facilities Engineer to support the NAS modernization on the BNATCS program. This half-time role (20 hours per week) focuses on overseeing FAA facilities, radar replacement readiness, and site planning.

You will collaborate with FAA teams, engineers, and vendors to ensure compliance with codes and safety standards, while maintaining clear communication and coordinating installation activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years, Master's 6+, Associate 10+, or HS diploma 12+ years relevant experience.
• Strong expertise in HVAC, power, fiber comms, intercabling, and building infra.
• Experience reviewing designs and contractor work for compliance.
• Knowledge of regulatory and safety frameworks for critical infrastructure.
• Background in physical security standards for facilities.
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Facility & Site Planning Oversight: monitor survey, planning, site prep, and implementation of FAA facilities and radar replacement.
• Site Readiness & Issue Tracking Management: track, manage, and report facility-related issues, risks, and actions for site readiness and radar installation.
• Workstream Coordination Lead: coordinate with FAA Implementation Teams, Program Office, Technical Operations, and radar Vendor on drawings, surveys, crane siting, reports, and site preparation requirements.
• Standards & Compliance Assurance: ensure program adherence to all current codes, orders, specifications, and standards during design, engineering, and site-preparation activities.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Power distribution

Fiber communications

Intercabling standards

Facility infrastructure

Contractor compliance

Regulatory & safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred

Associate degree considered

HS diploma with experience

Job description

Peraton in Herndon, VA is seeking a Facilities Engineer to support the NAS modernization on the BNATCS program. This half-time role (20 hours per week) focuses on overseeing FAA facilities, radar replacement readiness, and site planning.

You will collaborate with FAA teams, engineers, and vendors to ensure compliance with codes and safety standards, while maintaining clear communication and coordinating installation activities.