FAA Network Installer: Mission-Critical Airspace IT

Peraton; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Network Installer to support FAA networks critical to NAS modernization. You will install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems, ensuring uptime and security across distributed environments.

You will work with SD-WAN, fiber optic cabling, and OTDR testing, while documenting configurations and maintaining diagrams. This role requires travel and a strong clearance posture to operate in federal programs.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required with 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.

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

Routing protocols

Cisco devices

Juniper devices

SD-WAN

Fiber optics

Wireless LAN/WAN

Network diagrams

OTDR

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in networking/telecommunications or related field

Master’s degree in related field

Associates degree with extensive applicable experience

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

SolarWinds

Nagios

Fiber testing tools (OTDR)

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Network Installer to support FAA networks critical to NAS modernization. You will install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems, ensuring uptime and security across distributed environments.

You will work with SD-WAN, fiber optic cabling, and OTDR testing, while documenting configurations and maintaining diagrams. This role requires travel and a strong clearance posture to operate in federal programs.