Facilities Tech Support - FENS Central

Peraton • Elgin, IL

3d • $86,000 - $138,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Facilities Tech Support professional for its Telecom team in the Central Service Area, based in Elgin, Illinois. The role supports the FAA’s Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract and helps maintain the facilities and infrastructure supporting the National Airspace System. The position requires local travel to FAA facilities throughout the assigned region; candidates must reside in or near Elgin and be able to travel regularly to multiple sites as business needs require.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• At least 8 years of experience in facilities engineering or management.
• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of the degree.
• Strong expertise in HVAC, power distribution, cabling standards, and building infrastructure.
• Experience reviewing technical designs and contractor work for compliance with standards.
• Knowledge of regulatory and safety frameworks for critical infrastructure.
• Background in physical security standards for facilities.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Must reside in or near Elgin, Illinois and be able to travel regularly to multiple FAA sites within the assigned region.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with FAA programs, National Airspace System systems, or air traffic control environments.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or certifications in facility or building management.
• Familiarity with sustainable building practices, LEED standards, or energy-efficient systems.
• Understanding of project management methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and optimize facilities infrastructure, including generators, HVAC systems, racks, cabling, and site security, to support high availability.
• Escort technical operations personnel and monitor uncleared visitors, contractors, and non-badged workers to protect critical infrastructure, sensitive equipment, and restricted areas.
• Lead installation, testing, and maintenance of telecommunications equipment, including switches, routers, and fiber-optic cabling.
• Maintain and troubleshoot DC power systems, rectifiers, and battery backups supporting mission-critical operations.
• Travel locally to FAA facilities within the assigned region as business needs require.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior