Posted today
Public Trust
$104,000 - $166,000
Unspecified
Aerospace and Aviation
Bethesda, MD (On-Site/Office)
About Peraton
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Program Overview
About The Role
Shape the Future of Air Traffic Management with Peraton
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) program. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, we deliver the systems and services that keep our nation's skies safe, connected, and ready for the future.
We're looking for innovative, mission-driven professionals who thrive in high-stakes environments and want to make a tangible impact on one of the world's most critical transportation infrastructures. At Peraton, you won't just support the mission-you'll define it.
About the Role - Surveillance Radar Technician
Peraton is seeking a Surveillance Radar Technician to join our Surveillance team in Bethesda, MD. In this role, you will play a hands-on role in keeping U.S. air travel safe by supporting radar systems that are critical to national aviation.
What You'll Do:
Why You'll Love Working Here:
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
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 https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
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.
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Program Overview
About The Role
Shape the Future of Air Traffic Management with Peraton
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) program. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, we deliver the systems and services that keep our nation's skies safe, connected, and ready for the future.
We're looking for innovative, mission-driven professionals who thrive in high-stakes environments and want to make a tangible impact on one of the world's most critical transportation infrastructures. At Peraton, you won't just support the mission-you'll define it.
About the Role - Surveillance Radar Technician
Peraton is seeking a Surveillance Radar Technician to join our Surveillance team in Bethesda, MD. In this role, you will play a hands-on role in keeping U.S. air travel safe by supporting radar systems that are critical to national aviation.
What You'll Do:
- Perform mid-level technical execution for radar installation, integration, verification, and troubleshooting.
- Support installation, testing, and cutover activities for new radar systems.
- Work under senior technical guidance while contributing to mission-critical aviation solutions.
- Leads and executes post-site survey activities, installation readiness, acceptance testing, and legacy radar decommissioning and disposition across NAS facilities.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Make an Impact: Directly support the safety and efficiency of U.S. airspace.
- Collaborate with Experts: Work alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.
- Grow Your Career: Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge radar and air traffic technologies.
- Mission-Driven Culture: At Peraton, your work helps define the future of air travel.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship Required.
- Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
- Bachelor's degree and 8 years' experience or Masters degree and 6 years' experience or Associate's degree and 10 years years' experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 12 years' experience.
- Hands-on experience in radar systems, RF troubleshooting, FAA or military radar, or field installation support
- Solid understanding of RF principles, wireless communication protocols, and radar system design.
- Experience with system integration, testing, and performance optimization.
- Proven, hands-on expertise with short-to-medium range radar systems, including design, integration, testing, or operational support.
- Experience with custom application development for radar or wireless systems.
- Familiarity with FAA systems, air traffic control environments, or federal modernization programs.
- Familiarity with NextGen surveillance modernization initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical discipline.
- Certifications such as FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL), CCNA Wireless, or equivalent.
- Knowledge of signal processing techniques, radar simulation tools, or advanced networking technologies.
- Background in critical infrastructure sustainment or aviation safety standards.
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 https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
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.
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