Facilities Engineer

Responsibilities

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.

 

Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. Peraton is seeking a Facilities Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will provide technical oversight of facility designs, ensuring compliance with FAA standards for power, HVAC, cabling, and physical infrastructure required to support ATC systems. This role offers an opportunity to directly influence the reliability and modernization of facilities that enable the FAA’s mission-critical operations. This is an opportunity to shape the future of enterprise communications while working with cutting-edge technology and a highly collaborative team.

 

In this position, you will:

• Provide technical oversight of facility designs to ensure compliance with FAA standards for power, HVAC, cabling, and infrastructure.

• Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, and contractor deliverables for facility construction or upgrades.

• Collaborate with FAA stakeholders, project managers, and subcontractors to integrate ATC system requirements into facility designs.

• Conduct site inspections and assessments to verify installation quality and compliance with design standards.

• Monitor facility performance, identify potential issues, and recommend enhancements for resiliency and efficiency.

• Support planning, budgeting, and scheduling activities for infrastructure projects.

• Maintain accurate documentation, as-built drawings, and compliance reports.

• Promote energy efficiency, safety, and best practices in all facility engineering activities.

 

Why This Role Matters

 

The NAS is one of the world’s most sophisticated and high-stakes infrastructures. As a Facilities Engineer, you will safeguard the physical foundations of U.S. aviation, ensuring that every facility upgrade or modernization meets the FAA’s rigorous requirements. Your expertise will directly support operational continuity, protect critical systems, and help advance the future of the national airspace infrastructure.

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. 

• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, power distribution, cabling standards, and building infrastructure.

• Experience reviewing technical designs and contractor work for compliance with standards.

• Familiarity with regulatory and safety frameworks for critical infrastructure.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

• Background in physical security standards for critical infrastructure facilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.

• Familiarity with FAA systems, ATC environments, or federal modernization programs.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or certifications in facility management or building systems.

• Experience with sustainable building practices, LEED standards, or energy-efficient systems.

• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.

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Peraton Overview

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.

Target Salary Range

$80,000 - $128,000. 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.

EEO

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