Telecommunications Systems Engineer SME (FENS)

JoinPeratonin advancing the safety efficiency and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAAsEnterprise Network Service (FENS) program. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration Peraton delivers the mission-critical systems and services that keep millions of passengers and aircraft moving safely every day.

Were looking for forward-thinking professionals who thrive in complex high-impact environments and want their work to matter. If youre passionate about innovation collaboration and shaping the future of air traffic management this is your opportunity to make a real difference alongside leaders in aviation engineering data science and systems integration.

Systems Engineer SME Telecom - FENS

Role Overview:

In this role you will serve as a Telecommunications System Engineer SMEto manage complex engineering and technology initiatives in support of the FAA Enterprise Network Services (FENS) this role you will design deploy migrate and manage the Secured Network Infrastructure in alignment with FAA standards and mission objectives.

The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of Network and Security technical experience with the ability to migrate and manage complex system architecturesincludingglobal telecommunications and network infrastructures (SD-WAN MPLS and enterprise LAN/WAN environments).

Work Location:

This position is 100% on-site primarily located in Herndon VA with an alternate work location available in Bowie MD. Candidates must be able to work on-site at one of these locations based on program requirements.

What Youll Do

• Provide technical review for complex systems engineering efforts driving architecture decisions verification strategies and risk mitigation.
• Support systems engineering activities across the lifecycle translating requirements into system designs and verification plans.
• Advise program leadership on technical baselines Migration strategy integration sequencing and test campaigns.
• Advise on modeling and trade studies to ensure systems meet performance reliability and security objectives. Coordinate with stakeholders to manage requirements traceability and technical risk.
• Translate requirements into system designs and verification plans; support integration modeling and technical risk management.
• Translate operational and technical requirements into robust system architectures interface definitions and verification strategies.
• Develop and maintain requirements traceability matrices to ensure alignment between system requirements design artifacts and test outcomes.
• Support system integration efforts ensuring telecommunications solutions meet performance resiliency and security objectives.
• Provide advisory input on telecommunications modernization efforts and infrastructure upgrades.

Why This Role Matters

The FAAs ability to modernize and operate the National Airspace System depends on the flawless execution of highly technical projects that underpin aviation safety system reliability cybersecurity and global connectivity. As a Technical Project Manager for FAA Enterprise Network Services (FENS) program you play a critical rolealigning diverse technical teams managing risk early and ensuring outcomes that directly support national aviation priorities.

Your work will help ensure that U.S. air traffic systems remain safe resilient and technologically advanced in an increasingly interconnected global aviation environment.

Position Requirements:

• U.S. citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain aPublic Trust clearance.
• Bachelors degree with 12 years of experience (or equivalent combination: Masters 10 Associates 14 HS diploma 16)
• Demonstrated experience supporting telecommunications or network-based systems.
• Experience translating high-level requirements into system designs integration plans and verification strategies.
• Experience with telecommunications architectures including IP-based networks transport systems or mission-critical communications environments.
• Experience with TCP/IP DNS DHCP VPNs and routing protocols (BGP OSPF EIGRP)
• Experience with Enterprise Network Management Tools (e.g. Science Logic SolarWinds Splunk NetScout Datadog) to maintain full asset visibility and real-time security monitoring.
• Solid understanding of SD-WAN MPLS TIC 3.0 and LAN/WAN technologies
• Experience in Implementing robust security frameworks within the network edge including NGFW policies IPSec/SSL VPN tunnels micro-segmentation and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) models.
• Familiarity with requirements management tools (e.g. DOORS Jama or similar platforms) and Network topology documentation tools (e.g. Visio Lucidchart)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with National Airspace System (NAS) architecture and modernization initiatives (e.g. NextGen).
• Certifications: INCOSE CSEP preferred.
• Technical Certifications such as Cisco CCNA/CCNP CompTIA Network Juniper JNCIA/JNCIS.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis reporting and visualization.
• Strong ability to interpret complex data and deliver actionable insights.
• Proven experience designing efficient workflows.
• Expertise in managing and optimizing processes for compliance and performance.

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