Senior Electronics Technician (ACLS)

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.

This role will be onsite in Bethesda, MD.

The Senior Electronics Technician (ACLS) is a senior field technical lead responsible for coordinating and executing site surveys, site preparation, system installation, system cutover, and legacy system decommissioning in collaboration with the customer. This role supports the deployment and sustainment of advanced communication and electronic systems, ensuring installations meet technical, safety, and performance requirements.

The position requires advanced troubleshooting expertise, independent validation of installations, and strong customer-facing skills. The Senior Electronics Technician provides leadership to field teams and ensures work is completed accurately, safely, and on schedule.

Coordinate and execute:

• Site surveys

• Site preparation activities

• System installations

• System cutovers

• Legacy system decommissioning

• Perform independent testing to validate power, grounding, and cabling installations

• Ensure compliance with equipment specifications and site requirements

• Install and configure mobile and fixed-base radio systems, including:

  • Antennas

  • Transceivers

  • Amplifiers

  • Power supplies

• Integrate radio and communication systems with vehicle electronics, control systems, or IT/network infrastructure

• Ensure reliable voice and data transmission performance

• Conduct testing, calibration, and signal verification using tools such as:

  • SWR meters

  • Wattmeters

  • Signal generators

• Diagnose and resolve RF, signal, and equipment performance issues

• Document installation, configuration, and test results

• Serve as the primary on-site technical interface with customers

• Lead and supervise field technicians, ensuring quality, safety, and schedule adherence

• Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D., 16 years in lieu of degree
• US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a public trust clearance

• Senior-level experience in electronics, RF communications, or radio system field installation

• Experience installing and integrating mobile and fixed-base communication systems

• Strong understanding of RF principles, antenna systems, and signal performance

• Experience using RF testing and calibration equipment

• Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic skills

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams

• Experience validating power, grounding, and structured cabling installations

• Strong leadership and team supervision experience

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Experience supporting aviation, transportation, or mission-critical communication systems

• Experience with system cutover and legacy system decommissioning

• Familiarity with multi-site field deployment programs

• Knowledge of network integration for voice and data communication systems

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 do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.