Software Installer - Junior

Peraton • ,

3d • $66,000 - $106,000 • Remote

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Software Installer - Junior to support the Federal Aviation Administration’s Terminal Flight Data Manager (TFDM) program under the FAA’s Brand New Air Traffic Control System (BNATCS) contract. The role supports modernization of the National Airspace System by deploying and updating software at individual FAA terminal facilities. The position is 100% remote, and candidates must reside in the contiguous United States. Travel of 75–100% is required, including travel to FAA facilities. The work helps ensure TFDM is accurately configured, tested, and ready for operational use in accordance with FAA requirements, national standards, and approved program baselines.

The position includes creating and executing installation procedures in site and laboratory environments; documenting discrepancies and adaptation requests through AIMS tickets; reporting installation status; and working with teammates, site personnel, and vendors to resolve software installation and operational issues. On-site work includes transporting equipment, driving between facilities, and performing physical tasks such as lifting hardware and climbing tower stairs.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience, or associate degree and 4 years of experience, or high school diploma and 6 years of experience.
• Red Hat Linux knowledge, including OS installation, file navigation, shell scripting using VI, GREP, SED, and AWK, and Ansible Playbooks.
• VMware knowledge, including navigation and troubleshooting.
• TCP/IP networking knowledge, including network troubleshooting and creating and running cables.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with technical and operational stakeholders.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a cargo van for equipment deliveries and travel between FAA facilities.
• Willingness and ability to travel 75–100%, including driving between multiple installation sites.
• Ability to lift and transport hardware weighing up to 25 pounds, bend, squat, kneel, sit or stand for extended periods, and climb approximately 15–20 flights of stairs at air traffic control towers, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience supporting the FAA, National Airspace System, or aviation modernization programs.
• Familiarity with TFDM, TFMS, STARS, ASDE-X, ERAM, or other FAA automation and air traffic management systems.
• Experience with TFDM software.
• Experience working directly with air traffic controllers, FAA Technical Operations personnel, engineers, and other operational stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in aviation, engineering, computer science, systems engineering, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Create, refine, and execute procedures for TFDM software installations at sites and in laboratory environments.
• Create AIMS tickets to report TFDM discrepancies and request new site or laboratory adaptations.
• Prepare status reports for on-site and laboratory installations.
• Work with teammates, site personnel, and vendors to resolve TFDM software installation and operational issues.
• Support hardware deliveries, software installations, and system upgrades at FAA facilities.
• Help ensure TFDM is configured, tested, and operationally ready in alignment with FAA requirements, national standards, and approved program baselines.

What This Job Offers

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