Systems Integration Engineer

Peraton; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer located in Anchorage, Alaska to support the FAA's modernization efforts for the National Airspace System. This role includes responsibilities such as technical lead for systems integration, requirements analysis, and interface management, contributing to the successful deployment of automation capabilities.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in telecommunications and systems integration, ensuring seamless enhancements to air traffic management. If you are passionate about shaping the future of aviation and seek a dynamic environment, this is your opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting systems engineering, systems integration, telecommunications, and network infrastructure.
• Experience developing and analyzing system requirements and interface requirements.
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles and integration methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical analysis activities for VCS development and modernization.
• Participate in engineering reviews and stakeholder meetings.
• Analyze performance and interface requirements for aviation systems.
• Evaluate integration impacts between AAC systems and NAS components.
• Support development of verification criteria and traceability documentation.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance

Systems engineering

Systems integration

Telecommunications

Network infrastructure

Aviation systems

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree and 8 years' experience

Master's degree and 6 years' experience

Associate's degree and 10 years' experience

HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years' experience

Job description

Systems Integration Engineer

Job Locations: US-AK-Anchorage

Responsibilities

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation's skies safe and connected. We're looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world's most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.

At Peraton, you won't just support the mission - you'll define it.

Peraton is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Alaska Automation Capability (AAC) modernization effort. The selected candidate will serve as a technical lead supporting systems integration, requirements analysis, interface management, implementation planning, and modernization activities associated with the FAA Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) initiative.

Work Location: This position is required to be on-site, located in Anchorage, Alaska.

Your Impact: The Systems Integration Engineer will work closely with FAA stakeholders, operational users, vendors, subcontractors, and implementation teams to ensure successful integration of automation, communications, and digitization capabilities across Alaska Flight Service Stations.

• Lead technical analysis activities supporting Voice Communication System (VCS) capability development and modernization.
• Participate in Technical Interchange Meetings, engineering reviews, requirements workshops, and stakeholder coordination meetings.
• Analyze operational, functional, performance, and interface requirements for aviation communication and automation systems.
• Support development, review, and maintenance of requirements documentation, interface documentation, engineering assessments, and technical recommendations.
• Evaluate integration impacts between AAC systems and external National Airspace System (NAS) components.
• Support development of VCS requirements, verification criteria, and traceability documentation.
• Conduct technical evaluations of proposed solutions and identify integration risks, dependencies, and constraints.
• Support site surveys, facility assessments, and implementation planning activities across Alaska Flight Service Stations.
• Coordinate with program management, engineering teams, vendors, and FAA stakeholders to ensure technical alignment and successful deployment execution.
• Assist with development and review of Site Specific Implementation Plans, engineering drawings, technical reports, and deployment documentation.
• Identify and resolve technical issues affecting system integration, deployment schedules, or operational readiness.
• Support Integrated Master Schedule planning, dependency management, and risk mitigation activities.
• Assist with test planning, operational readiness assessments, and deployment support activities.
• Develop technical briefings, reports, and decision-support materials for program leadership and FAA stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance
• Education and experience: Bachelor's degree and 8 years' experience or Masters degree and 6 years' experience or Associate's degree and 10 years' experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years' experience
• Experience supporting systems engineering, systems integration, telecommunications, network infrastructure, aviation systems, or modernization programs.
• Experience developing and analyzing system requirements and interface requirements.
• Experience supporting complex technical programs involving multiple stakeholders and vendors.
• Knowledge of systems engineering principles, integration methodologies, and technical documentation practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• FAA, NAS, Air Traffic, Flight Service, telecommunications, or aviation modernization experience.
• Degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Aviation Systems, or related technical discipline.
• Experience with Voice Communication Systems (VCS), VoIP technologies, radio communications, or operational communications systems.
• Experience supporting requirements development, verification, validation, and technical reviews.
• Experience supporting geographically dispersed deployment efforts.
• Familiarity with systems integration within mission-critical operational environments.

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.