Aviation Network Installer for FAA Systems

Peraton; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Houston, TX is seeking a Network Installer to maintain the FAA network infrastructure supporting the BNATCS program. You will ensure uptime, performance, and security of IP-based networks, install and test fiber, configure routers and firewalls, and support SD-WAN across distributed sites.

You will monitor systems, respond to incidents, and maintain diagrams and records while traveling locally to FAA sites. U.S. citizenship and Public Trust clearance are required.

Qualifications

• > 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: 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

Responsibilities

• 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
• Install, terminate, and test fiber optic cabling (single-mode and multi-mode)
• Perform fiber testing using OTDR and certification tools
• Monitor systems daily, analyze logs, and respond to incidents
• Troubleshoot network issues across fiber, SD-WAN, and IP layers, escalating as needed
• Support network cutovers, migrations, and failover validation
• Maintain accurate network diagrams, documentation, and configuration records

Skills

TCP/IP

DNS

DHCP

VPNs

BGP

OSPF

EIGRP

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 8+ years experience

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

SolarWinds

Nagios

OTDR

Job description

Peraton in Houston, TX is seeking a Network Installer to maintain the FAA network infrastructure supporting the BNATCS program. You will ensure uptime, performance, and security of IP-based networks, install and test fiber, configure routers and firewalls, and support SD-WAN across distributed sites.

You will monitor systems, respond to incidents, and maintain diagrams and records while traveling locally to FAA sites. U.S. citizenship and Public Trust clearance are required.