Field Services Technician

Peraton; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton seeks a Senior Field Services Technician to install, transition, and sustain next-generation Voice Communication Switch (VCS) systems. You will ensure site preparation, cutover success, and customer acceptance while decommissioning legacy systems in operational environments.

You will work independently in remote field locations, solving complex technical issues under time constraints and delivering seamless voice system transitions with minimal disruption.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum 3 years with PhD, 12 years in lieu of degree
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain a public trust clearance
• Hands-on experience with Voice Communication Switch (VCS) systems or similar mission-critical voice platforms
• Experience supporting system cutovers, migrations, or technology refresh efforts
• Knowledge of Telecommunications infrastructure, VoIP technologies, Cabling standards and power validation, Networked voice systems
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause diagnostic skills
• Experience using test equipment and diagnostic tools in field environments
• Familiarity with operational environments where uptime and reliability are critical

Responsibilities

• Lead and support site surveys, site preparation, and system installation activities
• Execute and support VCS system cutovers from legacy voice platforms to next-generation systems
• Perform decommissioning of legacy voice communication systems
• Conduct independent system testing and validation to confirm: power installation compliance, cabling integrity and standards adherence, equipment and site specification alignment
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of VCS and supporting telecom/IT infrastructure
• Use diagnostic tools to identify and resolve voice, network and hardware faults
• Support preventive maintenance and system health checks
• Provide on-site customer support and end-user orientation/training as needed
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, service reports, and cutover records
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, site security, and operational standards
• Coordinate closely with engineers, program teams, and other field technicians during deployment activities

Skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

BS/BA in related field

MS/MA in related field

PhD

Tools

Test equipment

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Required Technical Experience

• Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD, 12 years in lieu of degree
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain a public trust clearance

• Hands-on experience with Voice Communication Switch (VCS) systems or similar mission-critical voice platforms

• Experience supporting system cutovers, migrations, or technology refresh efforts

• Knowledge of:

  • Telecommunications infrastructure

  • VoIP technologies

  • Cabling standards and power validation

  • Networked voice systems

• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause diagnostic skills

• Experience using test equipment and diagnostic tools in field environments

• Familiarity with operational environments where uptime and reliability are critical

Professional Skills

• Excellent technical problem-solving ability

• Strong customer service and communication skills

• Ability to work independently in remote field locations

• Strong documentation and reporting discipline

• High attention to detail and adherence to procedures

• Effective time management and ability to meet deployment timelines

• Team-oriented mindset with ability to collaborate across technical disciplines

Work Environment

• Field-based role supporting operational and technical sites

• Extensive travel (up to 95%)

• Work may occur in active operational environments requiring strict adherence to procedures and standards

This role is ideal for a senior technician who thrives in high-visibility cutover environments and enjoys being the person who ensures mission-critical voice systems come online smoothly and correctly the first time.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Field Services Technician to support the installation, transition, and sustainment of next-generation Voice Communication Switch (VCS) systems. This role is critical to successful site preparation, system cutover, & customer acceptance, and legacy system decommissioning in operational environments.

This position requires a highly skilled field technician who can operate independently, solve complex technical issues under time constraints, and work directly with customers to ensure seamless voice system transitions with minimal operational disruption.

This position is remote with 95% travel requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support site surveys, site preparation, and system installation activities

• Execute and support VCS system cutovers from legacy voice platforms to next-generation systems

• Perform decommissioning of legacy voice communication systems

• Conduct independent system testing and validation to confirm:

  • Power installation compliance

  • Cabling integrity and standards adherence

  • Equipment and site specification alignment

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of VCS and supporting telecom/IT infrastructure

• Use diagnostic tools to identify and resolve voice, network and hardware faults

• Support preventive maintenance and system health checks

• Provide on-site customer support and end-user orientation/training as needed

• Maintain accurate technical documentation, service reports, and cutover records

• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, site security, and operational standards

• Coordinate closely with engineers, program teams, and other field technicians during deployment activities