Mission-Critical Network Installer – FAA NAS & SD‑WAN

Peraton; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Network Installer to support FAA NAS modernization and BNATCS initiatives. The role focuses on maintaining secure, high‑reliability IP networks across FAA facilities, with 100% local travel in the Minneapolis region.

Applicants should have strong TCP/IP, routing, and firewall experience, plus hands‑on equipment skills with Cisco/Juniper gear and SD‑WAN. This position emphasizes collaboration in mission‑critical environments.

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 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

Juniper

SD-WAN

Fiber optics

Wireless LAN/WAN

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Network monitoring

SolarWinds

Nagios

Network diagrams

OTDR

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Associate’s degree

High school diploma

Tools

SolarWinds

Nagios

OTDR

CCNA

CCNP

CompTIA Network+

Juniper JNCIA/JNCIS

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Network Installer to support FAA NAS modernization and BNATCS initiatives. The role focuses on maintaining secure, high‑reliability IP networks across FAA facilities, with 100% local travel in the Minneapolis region.

Applicants should have strong TCP/IP, routing, and firewall experience, plus hands‑on equipment skills with Cisco/Juniper gear and SD‑WAN. This position emphasizes collaboration in mission‑critical environments.