Facilities Tech Support - FENS Central

Peraton • Elgin, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Facilities Tech Support employee 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 telecommunications infrastructure that supports the National Airspace System. The position includes responsibility for facility systems, telecommunications equipment, critical power systems, and protection of restricted areas. It requires 100% local travel to FAA facilities within the assigned region; candidates must live in or near Elgin and travel regularly to multiple FAA sites as business needs require. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain or maintain a Public Trust clearance. The stated typical salary range is $86,000–$138,000.

Requirements

• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain or 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 an additional 4 years of experience in place 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 (NAS) 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 physical facilities, including generators, HVAC systems, racks, cabling, and site security, to support near-perfect uptime.
• Escort technical operations personnel and monitor uncleared visitors, contractors, and non-badged workers to protect critical infrastructure, sensitive equipment, and restricted security 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 throughout the assigned region as business needs require.

What This Job Offers

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