Telecommunications Test & Evaluation; T&E Specialist

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.

We are seeking a highly experienced Test & Evaluation (T&E) Specialist with expertise in Voice and Telecommunications to play a critical role in the transformation of the nation’s air traffic control system. This ambitious initiative is focused on enhancing safety, improving reliability and security, reducing outages, lowering total cost of ownership, and modernizing the aviation system with state‑of‑the‑art technologies and facilities.

In this role, you will Plan and execute rigorous testing and evaluation for FAA voice and telecom equipment.

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• 8+ years with BS (or equivalent)
• Experience performing T&E for telecom systems in 24/7 operational environments.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to present findings to executives and technical teams.
• Strong knowledge of telecom test tools (e.g., Spirent, IXIA).

• Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.
• Familiarity with FAA NAS T&E processes preferred.
• Familiarity with FAA NAS acceptance and operational testing standards.
• Experience in performance benchmarking and stress testing under high-load conditions.
• Excellent communication skills for briefing senior leadership on test results.

• Lead integration and interoperability testing for voice and telecom equipment in multi‑vendor environments.
• Develop automated regression testing suites to ensure system reliability after upgrades.
• Support field deployment validation through on‑site testing and certification.
• Provide post‑test analysis reports with actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying test process gaps and proposing enhancements.
• Develop test plans, procedures, and acceptance criteria to validate performance against mission requirements.
• Conduct lab and field testing, analyze results, and provide clear recommendations.

Your evaluations ensure that every piece of equipment entering the NAS is reliable, safe, and ready for service, safeguarding national aviation operations.