Network Engineer Job at Peraton, Washington DC

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  • Peraton
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Program Overview

About The Role

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA’s Business, National Airspace, and Technical Computing Services (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.

Help shape the future of U.S. airspace safety and efficiency. We are seeking a  Network Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and maintain enterprise-level networks in support of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). In this role, you will provide technical expertise in routing, switching, and secure communications, ensuring FAA systems meet the highest standards of availability, scalability, and security. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain in-depth experience in federal contracting while supporting high-visibility aviation programs.

In this position, you will:

  • Design, configure, and maintain LAN, WAN, and cloud-connected networks.

  • Install and support routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless devices.

  • Implement and manage network security controls to comply with NIST RMF, FISMA, and Zero Trust requirements.

  • Conduct performance tuning, capacity planning, and optimization of FAA networks.

  • Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis for network outages and latency issues.

  • Support the deployment and integration of NextGen FAA modernization systems.

  • Maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, and configuration baselines.

  • Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability management for network devices and services.

  • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to monitor, detect, and mitigate threats.

  • Provide technical expertise for network-related proposals, upgrades, and lifecycle planning.

  • Support modernization initiatives, optimize performance, and troubleshoot complex issues while ensuring compliance with FAA and federal standards.
  • Design and troubleshoot high-availability and redundant network topologies.
  • Prepare audit-ready documentation and support compliance reviews.

Why This Role Matters

The FAA is the cornerstone of aviation safety and innovation. As a Network Engineer, your work will directly impact air traffic management systems, mission-critical communications, and modernization programs that ensure safe and efficient air travel. By designing and maintaining resilient network solutions, you will play a key role in protecting aviation infrastructure and national security.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • U.S. Citizenship Required.
  • Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
  • Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience; or Masters degree and 6 years; or Associate’s degree and 10 years’ experience; or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years experience.  
  • Experience in network engineering or administration roles.
  • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols, MPLS, and VPN technologies.
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or equivalent enterprise-class networking equipment.
  • Familiarity with firewalls, IDS/IPS, and network access control systems.
  • Experience with network monitoring tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, Wireshark, or equivalent).
  • Hands-on experience with wireless LAN/WAN technologies.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Direct FAA or NAS configuration management experience.
  • Professional certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, Juniper JNCIS/JNCIP, or CompTIA Network+.
  • Experience supporting FAA, DOT, DHS, DoD, or other large-scale federal programs.
  • Familiarity with NextGen FAA modernization initiatives.
  • Background in cloud networking and hybrid architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Experience with SDN (Software-Defined Networking) and SD-WAN solutions.
  • Knowledge of federal cybersecurity standards (FedRAMP, TIC 3.0, CISA guidance).
  • Familiarity with FAA standards or other federal network requirements.

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SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. 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.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. 

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

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Shift work,

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