Systems Integration Tester - Telecom

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Senior Systems Integration Testing Engineer to lead test engineering, verification, and validation across BNATCS telecom modernization efforts for FAA. Location is Herndon, VA, with responsibilities spanning from planning to execution and reporting of test results.

The role focuses on migrating from legacy TDM and copper to IP-based, fiber-enabled architectures and ensuring system readiness in FAA environments.

Qualifications

• Data analysis skills, proficiency in MS Excel, scripting, database and big data analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; presenting technical information and writing test documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead I&T execution with test strategies, plans, and procedures.
• Conduct functional, regression, performance, and end-to-end system testing.
• Support telecom modernization from TDM/copper to fiber-based IP architecture.
• Identify root causes and track software anomalies found during tests.
• Perform manual and automated testing using lab assets and diagnostics.
• Verify network cut-overs, circuit turn-ups, and operational readiness.

Skills

Data analysis

MS Excel

Scripting

Database analysis

Big data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, CS, or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

Shape the Future of Aviation with Peraton

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's BNATCS contract. Peraton delivers mission-critical telecommunications and engineering solutions that keep millions of passengers and aircraft moving safely every day.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Systems Integration Testing Engineer - Senior to lead test engineering, verification, and validation activities across BNATCS telecommunications modernization initiatives. Your work will support FAA telecom transformation efforts, modernizing critical systems from legacy TDM and copper infrastructure to a resilient, IP-based, fiber-enabled architecture. You will support integration and verification testing of new data sources and software capabilities within legacy and next-generation systems, assist SMEs in test planning, system validation, integration testing, and operational verification, and contribute to improving testing methodologies, system workflows, and operational procedures.

What You'll Do:

• Lead System Integration & Test (I&T) Execution: Develop test strategies, plans, and procedures aligned with FAA and BNATCS requirements.
• Conduct functional, regression, performance, fail-over, and end-to-end system testing.
• Support telecom modernization, validating systems transitioning from TDM and copper to fiber-based and IP architecture.
• Support defect identification, root cause analysis, and issue tracking for software anomalies discovered during test and operational use.
• Perform manual and automated testing using engineering lab assets and diagnostic tools.
• Verify network cut-overs, circuit turn-ups, and operational readiness in FAA environments.
• Identify and resolve system anomalies across hardware, software, and network layers.
• Produce test reports, discrepancy documentation, and traceability artifacts.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, external third-party vendors, and FAA stakeholders to ensure testing efforts remain aligned.

Position Location: Herndon, VA

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (An additional 4 years of experience can be substituted).
• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering, systems integration, or test engineering.
• 5+ years of experience performing integration testing for networked or telecom systems.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, MPLS, BGP, IPv6, and fiber-based transport systems.
• Experience creating test plans, test scripts, and test summary reports.
• Data analysis skills, proficiency in MS Excel, scripting, database and big data analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting technical information and writing test documentation.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn, solve problems, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supporting FAA or NAS telecommunications systems.
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Certifications: CCNA, CCNP, Network+, AWS Solutions Architect, PMP.
• EEO: Peraton is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veterans.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. We deliver trusted solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies, operating at the nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace.

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location 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.